Kentucky Department of Parks

Natural Bridge State Resort ParkIt has taken nature millions of years to form the natural sandstone arch from which Natural Bridge is named.

You’re Invited to Natural Bridge State Resort Park

Natural Bridge State Resort Parks invites you to experience a truly magnificent, serene and natural environment in which to hold your next business meeting, retreat or special event. We are excited that we can now offer our guests wireless Internet, renovated lodge rooms, upgraded cottages and a new banquet menu. Our greatest attribute remains the same: the “Natural Bridge”, an exceptional geological formation in Daniel Boone National Forest that entices people to relax and learn the lesson at hand.

A Quick Peek

All accommodations have key card entry.

35 Lodge Rooms: All rooms have private balconies. Lodge Rooms are complete with hair dryers, irons & ironing boards, coffee-maker, television, reading chair, all purpose table, dresser and night stand. Amenities include: soap, shampoo & Bluegrass Blend Coffee.

11 Cottages: 6 one bedroom cottages, 1 one bedroom accessible cottage, 2 two bedroom cottages, 1 two bedroom executive cottage, 1 two bedroom log cabin (all two bedroom units have wood burning fireplaces).

Pets are not allowed (with the exception of service dogs).

3 Meeting Rooms (2,520 sq. ft, 1,056 sq. ft., & 1,140 sq. ft.)

The large conference room features a wonderful cathedral ceiling with exposed beams and a massive rock fireplace gracing the front of the room. Floor to ceiling windows run the length of the room on both sides. The conference room is accessible by an incredible wooden walkway from the lodge. There is limited parking behind the conference room. Two meeting rooms are available in the lodge. Both have large windows overlooking “Hoe-Down Island”.

Natural Bridge’s Sandstone Arches Restaurant, located on our upper level in the Hemlock Lodge. Offers “Kentucky Favorites” and Contemporary American Cuisine.

Chef Michael Wells has 21 years in Culinary Arts working in country clubs, and large event locations. Chef Michael has a Culinary Degree from Ivy Tech Community College and has taught at his alma mater. He is a member of the American Culinary Federation and a Veteran of the US Army. His expertise is in Classical French, Italian and Contemporary American.

Sandstone Arches seats 175 guests. Private Dining Room seats 70 guests. Buffets provided at chef’s discretion, based upon number of guests and groups in house.

Recreation & Teambuilding Activities

  • Team Building Exercises
  • Guided Hikes
  • Canoe Outings
  • Interpretative Programs
  • Off-Site Tours of Red River Gorge
  • Overnight Backpacking Trips
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    Leisure Activities

  • 20 miles of Hiking/Walking Trails
  • Miniature Golf (seasonal)
  • Canoes (seasonal)
  • Pool (seasonal)
  • Sky Lift (seasonal)
  • High Speed Wireless Internet & Cell Phone Service

  • Wireless service is available in lodge rooms.
  • Wireless does not extend into the cottages at this time.
  • Dial-up is available upon request.
  • Cell service has just been improved.
  • Schematics

    View room schematics

    Location

    Natural Bridge is located 30 miles SE of Winchester
    --60 miles SE of Lexington via I-64/Mountain Parkway.
    --79 miles from Frankfort, approx. 1 hour and 20 minute drive.
    --138 miles from Louisville, approx. 2 hour drive.
    --138 miles from Cincinnati, approx. 2 hour drive.

    More Information

    Contact Information

    Natural Bridge State Resort Park
    2135 Natural Bridge Road
    Slade, KY 40376-9701
    Telephone: (606) 663-2214
    Toll Free: (800) 325-1710
    Group Sales Coordinator - Troy Gross