Climbers Secure Largest Land Acquisition in History at Red River Gorge

February 24, 2025

The Red River Gorge Climber’s Coalition (RRGCC) secured 718 acres and 14 miles of cliffline at the Red River Gorge (commonly called “The Red”). The RRGCC first began to pursue access to this additional area over 10 years ago. In 2015, the coalition, in partnership with Access Fund, submitted a proposal to allow climbing on the land, but to no avail.

Around 5 years ago, the coalition team noticed the land appeared on Zillow, ready for purchase. The only catch? The $1.7 million price tag. Gear Junkie