The Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway

The Beauty of Kentucky, Off the Beaten Path.

Over 500 miles of beautiful roads and trails through Kentucky including the Red River Gorge area.

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The Ultimate Adventure Through Kentucky’s Backcountry

Venture deep into the heart of Kentucky’s wilderness on the Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway. A thrilling route winding through over 500 miles of historic county roads, rugged trails, and scenic byways.

Designed for licensed, street-legal 4WD vehicles, this immersive experience takes you through the breathtaking
apes of the Red River Gorge and the Daniel Boone National Forest.

Whether you’re chasing adventure, history, or unmatched natural beauty, the DBBB delivers an unforgettable ride. Be prepared for the experience by downloading the official map, researching the trail system, and learning etiquette to maintain this beautiful land.

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Purchase the Official Map from CartoTracks

The map must be viewed in Avenza, a free app for Apple and Android.

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Spring and Fall Events. Support the Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway.

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Guided Trail Rides

Join us for multi-day guided rides, product demonstrations, off-road classes and camping.

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Recent News and Updates

Check out the posts below to learn more about DBBB changes, events and what’s going on with your favorite trail system.

Trail Karma by Outside

In a groundbreaking initiative to support and preserve America's off-road trails, Outside Online has partnered with Toyota and Gaia GPS to launch the Trail Karma program. This program aims to highlight and maintain 20 standout off-road destinations across the United...

The Byway Looks Towards Expansion

To accommodate the growing number of annual visitors the Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway adds over 70 new miles of roads and trails in 2021. When the idea for the DBBB became a reality five years ago, it was hard to imagine just how utilized this old collection of...

How to Prepare for Traveling on the Byway

What you need to guarantee a great, and safe, time on the DBBB. The Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway (DBBB) is a scenic motorized tour of the foothills, high cliff-lines, hollers, and diverse deciduous forests of eastern Kentucky. The DBBB is comprised of official...