Long Branch (FR 5314) in KY -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Kentucky

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Long Branch (FR 5314) in KY

Daniel Boone NF, Stearns Ranger District
1,151 ft
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A 1.1-mile stretch of graded dirt National Forest road in Mccreary County, KY. The road serves Boulder Cascade.

Daniel Boone National Forest, Stearns Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days. Camp at least 300 ft from water.

All 1.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Graded dirt the whole way in (1.1 miles). Climbs 130 ft over 1.1 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 29%. Winds through 3 switchbacks.

Cumberland River runs 0.8 mi off. The nearest town, Corbin, is 13 mi off.

September normals 56–79°F, 3.7″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Daniel Boone National Forest, Stearns Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?