Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway Off-road Trail System in Eastern Kentucky ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://ridethedbbb.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [2026 Event Rides](https://ridethedbbb.org/2026-event-rides/) - Get ready for an incredible year. Ride The DBBB has an exciting lineup of 2026 Event Rides, bringing together great routes, great people, and a great cause. Here are the 2026 dates to mark on your calendar: Bowen Ride April 9-12 KYTLCA Spring Byway May 14-17 KTTR July 16-19 KYTLCA Fall Byway September 24-27 KYTLCA - [Trail Karma by Outside](https://ridethedbbb.org/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 States, ensuring these trails remain accessible and well-maintained for future adventurers. One notable example is - [The Byway Looks Towards Expansion](https://ridethedbbb.org/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 county roads would become. Visitors come from - [How to Prepare for Traveling on the Byway](https://ridethedbbb.org/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 county and public roads with variable terrain types, including moderate-to-difficult trail sections, ## Pages - [Home](https://ridethedbbb.org/) - Explore the rugged beauty of the Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway, a premier road and trail system winding through Kentucky and the Red River Gorge region. - [Map](https://ridethedbbb.org/map/) - Stay on the right trail with the DBBB. Download our new official trail map that will provide the most accurate, up-to-date route information about the trails. - [Prepare](https://ridethedbbb.org/prepare/) - 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. - [Supporters](https://ridethedbbb.org/supporters/) - Below you’ll find a list of organizations that we partner with and support as well as businesses and groups that support the work of the DBBB. - [About](https://ridethedbbb.org/about/) - The Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway (DBBB) is a moderately difficult, high clearance route for licensed, street legal vehicles. - [Trails](https://ridethedbbb.org/trails/) - Over 1000 miles of beautiful roads and trails through Kentucky including the Red River Gorge area. - [Donate](https://ridethedbbb.org/donate/) - For the first time ever, you can now donate directly to trail organizations with the Trail Karma program. - [Privacy Policy](https://ridethedbbb.org/privacy-policy/) - Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway will not under any circumstances sell or release your personal information to a non involved third party. - [Refund and Returns Policy](https://ridethedbbb.org/refund_returns/) - Cancellations by customers: If you need to cancel your tour, please let us know as soon as possible. - [Terms](https://ridethedbbb.org/terms/) - By accessing or using our Site, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). - [OHV4KY](https://ridethedbbb.org/ohv4ky/) - Visit your local DMV to select the new plate design when you register or renew your vehicle registration in the state of Kentucky. - [Contact](https://ridethedbbb.org/contact/) - Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway wants to help. For inquiries or questions, please use the form below and we will get back to you. - [Tickets Checkout](https://ridethedbbb.org/tickets-checkout/) - [tec_tickets_checkout] - [Order Completed](https://ridethedbbb.org/tickets-order/) - [tec_tickets_success] - [Shop](https://ridethedbbb.org/shop/) ## Trails - [Mullins Station Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/mullins-station-rd/) - [Wayne Benson/Richardson Branch Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/wayne-benson-richardson-branch-rd/) - [Johnson Branch/Rainey Ratliff](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/johnson-branch-rainey-ratliff/) - [Hell Creek Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/hell-creek-rd/) - Hell Creek Road is a highly scenic gravel trail section of the DBBB. It requires attention to detail as it flows along steep cliff-line then drops into and crosses Hell Creek Fork but provides some very attractive photo opportunities. Just after you cross Hell Creek Fork, to the left you will notice a rock formation - [Fixer Leeco/Fixer Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/fixer-leeco-fixer-rd/) - [Cave Fork](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/cave-fork/) - [Clifton Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/clifton-rd/) - [Amos Cut](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/amos-cut/) - [Bald Rock Fork](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/bald-rock-fork/) - [Cold Iron Fork](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/cold-iron-fork/) - [1036](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/1036/) - [Indian Ridge Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/indian-ridge-rd/) - [New Virginia Ridge Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/new-virginia-ridge-rd/) - [Mountain Springs](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/mountain-springs/) - Turning onto Mountain Springs (Furnace-Pilot Road), the route changes from asphalt to gravel, then trail. Quickly the route passes through a homestead with an equine themed swinging gate. This gate has been court-ordered to remain open. Anyone traversing this section and any section of the DBBB can rest assured, if they are using the official - [Marbleyard](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/marbleyard/) - [Old Fincastle](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/old-fincastle/) - Once leaving Hell Creek Road, the DBBB turns sharply down a cliff-side shelf and switches back until it reaches the flow of Walker Creek. The water level here can be tricky, scout ahead before attempting and be aware of the slippery exits. This historic road continues up the forested hill steeply and encounters a muddy, - [Pumpkin Hollow](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/pumpkin-hollow/) - The climb up this road is medium difficulty but can be a real challenge when wet. Please avoid during wet conditions and respect the freeze and thaw cycle. Once achieving the top of the ridge, the road descends attractively along tributaries and mature forest. Passing a couple cabins and exiting a creek, the DBBB hits - [Ross Creek](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/ross-creek/) - [Spaas Creek](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/spaas-creek/) - Spaas Creek Road road follows along Spaas Creek with many stream crossings. The road crosses USFS managed land so stay exactly on the trail! Users have created many “braids” but the middle route is always hard-bottomed so do not avoid the mud puddles, just stay on the trail without creating more “braids”. Exiting the - [Spencer Ridge](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/spencer-ridge/) - [White Ash/Bellle Point](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/white-ash-bellle-point/) - [Brushy Ridge](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/brushy-ridge/) - [Beech Timber Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/beech-timber-rd/) - [Piney Branch](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/piney-branch/) - [Clover Bottom Creek Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/clover-bottom-creek-rd/) - [Daugherty Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/daugherty-rd/) - [Dry Fork School Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/dry-fork-school-rd/) - [Eli Sparks/Barnes Buck](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/eli-sparks-barnes-buck/) - [Flat Lick Falls](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/flat-lick-falls/) - [Green Pond Ridge Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/green-pond-ridge-rd/) - [Gravel Lick Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/gravel-lick-rd/) - [Larison](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/larison/) - [Herd Springs](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/herd-springs/) - [Lone Oak/Ballard Branch](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/lone-oak-ballard-branch/) - [Loam Hill Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/loam-hill-rd/) - [MIll Creek Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/mill-creek-rd/) - [Rader Ridge](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/rader-ridge/) - [New Hope Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/new-hope-rd/) - [Poplar Gap Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/poplar-gap-rd/) - [S Tree Tower/431/Bear Gap](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/s-tree-tower-431-bear-gap/) - [Ten Foot Hole Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/ten-foot-hole-rd/) - [Todd's Road](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/todds-road/) - [Turkeyfoot Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/turkeyfoot-rd/) - [Wildcat Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/wildcat-rd/) - [Barker Branch](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/barker-branch/) - [Hale's Ridge](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/hales-ridge/) - [Wild Dog Creek](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/wild-dog-creek/) - [Earnestville Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/earnestville-rd/) - [Bethel Church Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/bethel-church-rd/) - [Carpenter Ridge Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/carpenter-ridge-rd/) - [437/Sheltowee Trace](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/437-sheltowee-trace/) - [Tussey Hill Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/tussey-hill-rd/) - [Laurel Fork Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/laurel-fork-rd/) - [Hellard Cemetery/Pine Flats/Laurel Creek](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/hellard-cemetery-pine-flats-laurel-creek/) - [Black Lick Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/black-lick-rd/) - [R455/Sheltowee Trace](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/r455-sheltowee-trace/) - [Old Wilderness Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/old-wilderness-rd/) - [New Hope Lookout Tower Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/new-hope-lookout-tower-rd/) - [Wolf Creek Rd](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail/wolf-creek-rd/) ## Events - [Fall 2026 "Back the Byway"](https://ridethedbbb.org/event/fall-2026-back-the-byway/) - 2026 Fall Ride Thursday September 24th – Sunday September 27th Registration Cost Following Rides/Routes are not leaving from Callies. You will be contacted by the trail guide when and where to meet. These groups will end up at Callies on Friday 9/25 or Saturday 9/26 depending on Trail Leader Meeting Thursday morning 9/24 -$150 – - [DBBB Lee County Clean Up Ride](https://ridethedbbb.org/event/dbbb-lee-county-clean-up-ride/) - Volunteer Opportunity - Help us clean the Lee County portion of the Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway This event is open to EVERYONE—please share and invite others! We also definitely need pick up trucks to haul out the trash (can be bone stock and full size). What We Provide Trash bags Rubber gloves A designated disposal - [Spring 2026 "Back the Byway"](https://ridethedbbb.org/event/spring-2026-back-the-byway/) - 2026 Spring Ride Tuesday May 12th – Sunday May 17th Registration Cost Following Rides/Routes are not leaving from Callies. You will be contacted by the trail guide when and where to meet. These groups will end up at Callies on Friday 5/15 or Saturday 5/16 depending on Trail Leader Meeting Tuesday morning 5/12 -$250 – - [Fall 2025 "Back the Byway"](https://ridethedbbb.org/event/fall-2025-back-the-byway/) - September 25-28 This Fall’s “Back The Byway” event is presented by The Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway stewardship fund. Support the Byway and ride Thursday and Friday (self guided rides only) and then meet at Callie’s Campground on Saturday for guided rides, food, good times, and a raffle. Camping at Callie's Lake and Campground is not - [Spring 2025 "Back the Byway"](https://ridethedbbb.org/event/spring-2025-back-the-byway/) - April 22-27 This Spring’s “Back The Byway” event is presented by The Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway stewardship fund and The Kentucky Toyota Land Cruiser Association. This event will be a multi-day affair! This year, we will be starting groups for the “Overland Experience” on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, camping along the new route called “The ## Locations - [Original Byway](https://ridethedbbb.org/location/original-byway/) - [Menifee Loop](https://ridethedbbb.org/location/menifee-loop/) - [Furnace Loop](https://ridethedbbb.org/location/furnace-loop/) - [Wildcat Loop](https://ridethedbbb.org/location/wildcat-loop/) ## Surfaces - [Dirt](https://ridethedbbb.org/surface/dirt/) - [Gravel](https://ridethedbbb.org/surface/gravel/) - [Blacktop](https://ridethedbbb.org/surface/blacktop/) - [Asphalt](https://ridethedbbb.org/surface/asphalt/) ## Trail Ratings - [Easy](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail-rating/easy/) - The trail is easy and suitable for most off-road vehicles and experience levels - [Medium](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail-rating/medium/) - The trail is navigable to most rigs and experience levels. - [Hard](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail-rating/hard/) - This trail is hard. Precautions should be taken to ensure the driver has the experience and the vehicle is capable. - [Light/Medium](https://ridethedbbb.org/trail-rating/light_medium/) ## Product categories - [All](https://ridethedbbb.org/product-category/all/) - [Merch](https://ridethedbbb.org/product-category/merch/) ## Event Categories - [Back The Byway](https://ridethedbbb.org/events/category/back-the-byway/)