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Raven Run Nature Sanctuary

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 24 attractions in Lexington
Traveler Description:
Don your walking or hiking shoes and follow the trails through this 350-acre tract of land complete with forests, creeks, meadows, wildflowers and... more » Don your walking or hiking shoes and follow the trails through this 350-acre tract of land complete with forests, creeks, meadows, wildflowers and historic and geological landmarks. « less
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Attraction type: Nature reserve, Nature center
Address: 5888 Jacks Creek Road Lexington, KY 40515
Tel: 859-272-6105

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Reviews of Raven Run Nature Sanctuary

( 1-6 of 6 )
Jul 6, 2008

My husband and I are new to Lexington and this was one of our first Nature Parks visited. We had a great time and will visit again. Regarding what the gentlemen said in his previous notes about being upset because he could not bring his dogs. Well I thought the same thing when we first started the trail but the... more

5 of 5 stars
Cincinnati, Ohio
Jun 2, 2008

Do you like nature and all its beauty? Well this is a classic little secluded, rustic, jewel about 25 minutes south of Lexington. Went here based on tips from this site and it was well worth the visit. Arrived early on a Saturday, getting into the park is absolutely free. You park and walk a short way to the nature... more

5 of 5 stars
Lexington, KY
May 1, 2008

This place is a wonderful for when you want to get away from town and just clear your head. Spring and fall are the best times to go (spring blooms and fall colors). It is also free of charge and not usually very crowded. I don't find the trails very difficult if you are in fairly decent shape or used... more

5 of 5 stars
Kentucky
Oct 12, 2006
3/3 found this review helpful

I live near Lexington and often make the trek just to hike these trails on a beautiful day. The river overlook on one end and the grist mill by a babbling brook on the other add "water feature" interest, and the variety of terrains (from wildflower meadow to heavily wooded) keep the scenery changing. Just challenging enough, but a great... more

Jul 4, 2006
10/10 found this review helpful

Raven Run is comprised of one main four mile loop (red trail), plus many other trails crisscrossing throughout the nature sanctuary, including the meadow trail and the "flower bowl" trail. There are also short white trails that go to small sites such as the ruins of an old grist mill on the creek. The overlook, which gives you views of... more

Apr 2, 2006
5/25 found this review helpful

My wife and I visited Raven Run for the 1st time today and took our 2 shiz tsu's. We did not realize that pets were not welcome at this "nature sanctuary". Our pets were on leashes and I did not understand the rationale for not allowing pets. To me if we are experiencing and enjoying nature and the outdoors, but... more

Reviews of Raven Run Nature Sanctuary

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Raven Run Nature Sanctuary Address

5888 Jacks Creek Road, Lexington, KY 40515
Tel: 859-272-6105