Full Guide 2023
The Red has long been known as one of Kentucky’s most beautiful regions. Here visitors will find towering rugged cliffs, sandstone arches, and natural cerulean waterfalls that crash down to form some of the most Instagram-able natural pools anywhere in the country.
If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big cities, what better place than this secluded paradise in the Kentucky wilderness, and what better place to stay in than high above the ground, in a cozy treehouse cabin?
At this rock climber’s paradise, you’ll be able to lose yourself in nature and recharge your batteries. Walk over natural bridges, explore the wild hiking trails, and return to the warmth of a fireplace in your jungle abode for the weekend.
Look below for our picks for the best treehouse cabins in Red River Gorge, and book your weekend getaway today!
We’re starting off our list of the best treehouse cabins in Red River Gorge with the Looking Glass, a stunning circular lodge built around a majestic hickory tree and flanked on all sides by tulip poplars.
The Looking Glass comprises various treehouse cabins connected by rustic suspended wooden bridges that look straight out of Tarzan.
Guests can listen to the sounds of nature and take in the scenic views while unwinding in a hammock or lounging in the living room, thanks to the abundance of windows throughout the space.
Next up on our list is the Observatory Treehouse. This lovely treehouse rental sits above the ground above most of the other cabins on our list and offers some of the best forest views you’ll ever find.
Leave the stress of daily life behind as you ascend the wooden staircase and into the verdant canopies of hickory trees and arrive at the treehouse. There you’ll find a glass bedroom, so you can wake up every day to magnificent views, and a screened-in hammock to lounge your days away.
Heights aren’t really your thing, and you want to stay closer to the ground while maintaining the charming feel of a treehouse cabin? Then the Butterfly Cottage is perfect for you.
At this pet-friendly treehouse cabin, guests can enjoy the rustling of the leaves and sweeping views of green canopies while they leisurely soak in the hot tub or dine alfresco on the outdoor terrace. You can’t escape the views during your stay!
Inside, it’s wood galore. Everything from the high vaulted ceilings to the polished floors and the furnishings is made out of beautiful pine wood, enhancing the cabin feel.
A geodesic dome is a great choice if you want to feel closer to nature in a way that solid walls don’t allow for. The Cloud Dome Treehouse is an intimate cabin experience high up in the trees that’ll have you as close to nature as you can without sleeping on the dirt floor.
Cloud Dome is connected to other treehouses in the area via a series of suspended bridges, which make for a charming way of getting around.
Guests will find a comfortable queen-sized bed, their own private kitchenette, and a space riddled with windows so guests can wake up to stunning views.
Visiting Red River Gorge for its wild, scenic hiking trails and natural beauty? Then The Bungalow is the ideal hiker’s perch for your weekend getaway.
This pet-friendly treehouse cabin is just a few minutes from the Red River Gorge Geological Area and its awe-inspiring natural rock formations. Daniel Boone National Forest and its gorgeous views and hiking trails are just a short walk away.
Inside, guests will find a neat, elegant space, with the bedroom on its own separate floor, boasting a sweeping view of the forest.
If you’re a nature aficionado hitching to lose yourself in the natural landscape of Kentucky, but the Cloud Dome is just a bit too small for your liking, then the Turtle Dome Treehouse should be right up your alley!
Like the Cloud Treehouse, the Turtle Treehouse is connected to communal areas and other lodgings via a network of suspended wooden bridges that overlook the verdant canopies, making for incredible views.
Guests can lose themselves in the views from the moment they wake up and later enjoy the sounds of nature with a relaxing nap out on the suspended net.
The Sylvan Floathouse is a treehouse rental in its purest sense. It is a woodland abode built around a towering hickory tree with sweeping views of the forest scape and the amenities and comforts necessary for a one-of-a-kind experience.
Guests can lie down and relax on the outdoor suspended net built into the terrace or head out for a scenic walk and enjoy the bucolic setting surrounding them.
The cabin is made to be cozy and simple on the inside. Guests will find the bedroom on its own separate floor with a series of windows offering panoramic views of the forest outside.
Looking for a place with a bit more space than something like the Sylvan Floathouse? The Pine Point Cabin sacrifices some of the bucolic-ness in exchange for a more spacious and convenient location.
Guests will find themselves right outside of some of the area’s most famous attractions, such as the hiking trails of Daniel Boone National Forest and the geological wonders of the Red River Gorge Geological Area.
The spacious vaulted ceiling living room opens up to a sprawling wrap-around porch where guests can enjoy alfresco dining overlooking the forest.
The hand-built Amazonia Treehouse is a wonderful cabin in the Red River Gorge wilderness, ideal for a charming romantic getaway for two.
Step through the elaborate wooden front door, and you’ll be greeted with a carefully built and maintained treehouse experience. Nearly everything is built out of local hardwood, from the floors to the furnishings.
To access the lounge area and the floating bedroom, guests must climb through a series of ladders, instilling a charming sense of verticality.
Tucked away in the hills overlooking the Red River Gorge, the Beary Secluded Cabin is a little slice of heaven for those looking to be away from it all for their weekend getaway.
During their stay at this pet-friendly cabin, guests can head out into the hiking trails of nearby Daniel Boone National Park or stay by the rental and relax in the hot tub surrounded by nature.
Inside, guests will find an open-concept living room connected to the kitchen, featuring sweeping views of the wilderness and flooded by natural light from its huge floor-to-ceiling windows.
Retreat to the safety and comfort of tradition during your stay at the Whippoorwill Ridge Cabin, a traditionally built log cabin in the Kentucky wilderness.
This secluded cabin has everything you’ll need for a comfortable stay. Guests will find a hot tub just outside the house and a spacious back porch where they can enjoy meals while serenaded by the sounds of nature.
After a busy day relaxing on the porch, guests can warm themselves up by the charming wood-burning fireplace in the living room.
Sheltowee Traveler is a great alternative for those looking for a hiker’s perch for their stay in Red River Gorge but looking for something more elaborate than the Bungalow.
Wake up to beautiful verdant canopies every day, courtesy of the glass french doors in front of the bed.
After a tiring day out and about exploring the area’s natural beauty, warm yourself back up by toasting some smores by the outdoor fire pit.
Moss Rock Cabin combines the comfort of modern amenities with the classic off-the-grid mountain cabin experience to deliver a truly reinvigorating experience.
The pet-friendly rental boasts oak hardwood floors, a spacious outdoor terrace perfect for alfresco dining, and a stone fire pit outside where guests can star gaze at night.
Moss Rock is just 5 minutes away from Red River Gorge’s most famous trails, Martin’s Fork, and one of the best rock climbing spots in the region, Left Flank.
Huckleberry Cottage is by far the largest treehouse cabin on our list, making it perfect for a secluded family vacation filled with outdoor activities.
This pet-friendly cottage is located just a short walk from the rock formations and natural wonders of Red River Gorge Geological Area, the hiking trails of Daniel Boone National Forest, and the adventurous rock climbing faces of Red River Gorge.
Guests will find modern, spacious rooms, a living room that overlooks the forest outside, and a covered terrace perfect for alfresco dining with a view.
The Cliff Dweller takes the idea of an intimate treehouse cabin above the ground to a new level by being suspended off the side of a cliff, offering a unique experience for two that you’ll never forget.
The bedroom area is separated from the living area below. To access the bedroom, guests have to climb a daunting floating staircase until they reach their suspended abode in the clouds for the weekend, where you’ll wake up to some of the best views of the Red River Gorge.
We’re wrapping up our list of the best treehouse cabins in Red River Gorge with the intimate and budget-friendly Half Moon Cabin, located right on the banks of Cave Creek.
This cozy tiny house boasts a comfortable bedroom surrounded by a spacious wrap-around porch perfect for alfresco dining with a view of the creek.
Guests can head out, explore the nearby Natural Bridge State Park, and walk along the massive 215-foot tall limestone natural bridge.
The Tradewinds Treehouse is another perfect location for a family vacation among the treetops of Red River Gorge.
Made up of a series of treehouses connected by suspended wooden bridges high above the ground, this spacious, pet-friendly cabin boasts a wealth of amenities in a superb, bucolic setting with views of Peregrine Rock.
Guests will find a hot tub in one of the buildings overlooking the forest, an outdoor fire pit, and spacious air-conditioned rooms.
While the Cloud Treehouse is the highest one up, and the Turtle Treehouse is the largest, the Puma Treehouse is by far the most secluded and private out of all 3 geodesic treehouses and boasts the largest outdoor terrace.
Lie down on the suspended net built into the terrace at night and enjoy a starry sky as you’ve never seen before after a day out exploring the nearby hiking trails of the Daniel Boone National Forest.
The Cliff Dweller is the perfect spot for a romantic weekend getaway! The sights combined with the cozy accommodation create the ideal atmosphere for romance.
Yes, there are multiple treehouse cabins on our list that welcome pets.
All cabins are heated, so you don't have to worry about staying warm during your woodland retreat.
The majority of the treehouse cabins on our list include Wi-Fi. To find out which cabins have Wi-Fi, press on the "Click For More Information" button.