Winter camping IS cozy!
Winter rates start at $75 on weekdays and $99 on weekends
Something we’ve noticed over the last few years is a very common misconception that winter camping and glamping trips are uncomfortable, cold, and flat-out not worth the effort it takes to get outside.
Based on our personal, and guest experiences, the reality is that winter is one of the best times to get outside and camp in Red River Gorge, KY! (Especially if you’re a sweaty person, like me)
There are so many reasons to love being outside, even when the leaves have fallen and the temperatures have dropped. Here are our top five:
No bugs! If you’re a fellow mosquito and tick hater, late fall and winter are a great time to visit Red River Gorge for an individual or group retreat. The chances of seeing any mosquitos, ticks, or wasps drop to almost zero. Win!
Fires. Whether you’re cozying up with a book or person you love near the incredibly cozy gas fireplace, or making a campfire at the pit right outside of your tent, winter is the best time to enjoy a fire. Don’t forget to bring some hot cocoa to sip on to warm your insides as well!
Pit stains? Not a chance. We’re all human and we all sweat when we move around enough (if you’re like me, sometimes when you’re not moving at all), but the fact of the matter is: winter hiking is a lot more pleasant for those of us who run a little wetter than others. Hike twice as much with half the sweat!
The fashion. Isn’t it about time you wear that sweet, fleece-lined flannel your aunt got you for Christmas? Winter offers a plethora of new clothing options for everyone. Doesn’t matter if you just love the feeling of cozying up under 150 layers or you spent your tax return on the highest quality winter wear, in the wintertime your wardrobe options just exploded! (Pro tip: send her a picture of yourself in that shirt. She’s gonna love it.)
Shorter lines. There are significantly reduced waits for trails, parking, restaurants, and bookings! Red River Gorge is a destination for folks all around the world to visit. This also means that during months when folks have a lot of time off, it can get busy out here. It’s a well-kept secret, but in the winter, your waits for almost any experience drop significantly (not to mention the discounts on stays - SEE BELOW).
What’s keeping you from getting outside and rejuvenated? Come experience the joys of winter camping for yourself and help us add to the list!
If you want to book a discounted stay before March 1st, enter the code: DLWINTER for an extra $50 off when you reserve a 2-night (or longer) stay at the link below:
From the whole Dappled Light team, thank you for visiting!
We look forward to hosting you soon,
