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Sheltowee Trace NRT: Section 17

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 2.5 (2)
  1. Areas
  2. KY
  3. …Southeastern Kentucky
  4. …Daniel Boone National Forest
  5. London District
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“Another section of mandatory--though scenic and rural--paved running along the Sheltowee Trace. ”

Chris Chaney
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9.5

Miles

15.3

KM

97%

Runnable

1,250' 381 m

High

664' 203 m

Low

437' 133 m

Up

948' 289 m

Down

3%

Avg Grade (2°)

14%

Max Grade (8°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Birding · Fall Colors · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Runner Notes

This entire section of the Trace is paved.

Description

When the Trace intersects KY 52 take a right and go a short distance to a left-hand turn on KY 399. Follow this long and rolling ridge south until the road drops steeply down to the town of Heidelburg. There is a small park on the upstream side of the river bridge.

Contacts

Local Club: Sheltowee Trace Association

Sep 15, 2026: Opportunity Alert: Keep the Sheltowee Trace Geared Up!

Jun 5, 2026: STA 2026 Hiker Challenge

Feb 27, 2026: RUGBY TRAIL EXTENSION

Land Manager: Lee County Road Department

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Chris Chaney
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  2.5 from 2 votes

#20

in London District

#48158

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#20

in London District

#413

in Kentucky

#48,158

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Apr 2, 2021
Laura Cox
Dog Bit me, address is 5988 Ky highway 399. Lots of loose dogs everywhere 9mi — 1h 50m

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