The Official (only!) Newspaper of The Red River Gorge Vol. 6 No. 1
Adventure ~ Relaxation ~ Accommodations ~ Awe Inspiring Natural Beauty ~ Friendly People
March 2026
The Calm of the Wild Jerry Ison
Laura and Robin are a motherdaughter team that would like to share their love for Eastern Kentucky with you. Laura retired in 2019 and moved to Frenchburg, Kentucky where her husband Cazzie, grew up. Robin, originally born and raised in Florida fell in love with the area as a child and now she can finally call Kentucky home. They had a shared passion to showcase cabins and eventually started Perfect Escape Cabin Rentals in May of 2023. The Kentuckian duo started out managing only 3 cabins and now the business has flourished and grown to 8 cabins and counting. Both Laura and Robin are familiar with the Red River Gorge area and have a vision to provide a memorable vacation experience with exceptional cabin rentals that exceed their guests' expectations. There is a diverse range of properties to choose from, including rustic and/or luxury cabins and a large modern farmhouse. All vacation rentals are located in the beautiful Daniel Boone National Forest where they both reside. Each rental is carefully selected to ensure that it meets our high standards of quality and comfort for the perfect escape.
Congratulations. You have certainly made the right vacation choice. You are now in Kentucky’s Red River Gorge Area where you can experience and enjoy a unique family respite. The perfect escape from the day to day rush and stresses of modern living. Here you can find adventure, glorious natural beauty and revel in the quiet comfort and serenity of country life. There are lyrics to the song “Red River Valley” that ask the listener to ... ”just remember the Red River Valley.” I can say without any doubt, that when you visit the Red River Gorge, unlike the Red River Valley, you’ll never forget it. It is arguably Kentucky’s most beautiful area. I’m certain there are those who will disagree that it is the most beautiful, but even they will have to agree it is indeed beautiful. This destination is truly unlike any other in America; maybe the world! With lush woodlands and sheer sandstone cliffs by the hundreds. Mountains rising majestically into the clear blue sky. Green forests and clear mountain streams. The Red River then completes this spectacular vista making this place as appealing and beckoning as any place on earth. To really appreciate the abundant and varied natural world that is the Gorge, one needs to get up close. Hiking is the perfect excursion into Nature’s world. It’s absolutely the ultimate non-polluting renewable energy method of travel self power. Hiking any of the hundreds of miles of trails puts you right in the very essence of the many wonders of the special characteristics of the Gorge. There are thousands of species of plants and wildflowers abound. Several species are found no place else on earth, only here. If more active adventure is your cup of tea, it can be found in and around the immediate area. Zipping along at 55 miles per hour 300 feet above lush forests, sedately enjoying a waterborne boat ride in a clear water-filled underground cavern to tearing over miles and miles of off road trails and ATV courses. Here in the Red River Gorge, you’ll find adventure, simple to luxurious accommodations, great food, friendly people and pleasant memories the family will carry throughout a lifetime.