Tioga Falls Hiking Trail

A Unique Combination of Natural Beauty & 19th Century History

The trail was developed to share an area with a unique combination of natural beauty and nineteenth century history. The trail lies in an area of Fort Knox used for military training and as a result is sometimes closed to hikers.

The trail may also be closed to hikers during some hunting seasons. Visitors using the Tioga Trail are required to strictly follow the posted regulations outlined on the site and below. Signs are conspicuously posted during times the trail is closed.

This two-mile walking trail is rough and steep, so use caution and hike at your own risk. Numerous injuries have occurred from trespassers/hikers climbing on the falls and not staying on the designated trail.

Tioga Falls Hiking Trail is located approximately 1 mile south of West Point, Kentucky or 8 miles north of Fort Knox Main Gate on the Louisville Nashville Turnpike, from Highway 31W.

Hiking Trail Regulations:

The trail is open during daylight hours only.
Visitors must remain on the designated trail.
Do not attempt to climb the falls.
Excavation and/or removal of archaeological or historical items is strictly prohibited.
Carry out what you carry in. Leave no trace.
Motorized vehicles, bicycles, skate boards, horses,etc. are not permitted beyond the parking lot.
Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a person 21 years of age of older.
No camping, fires, alcohol, drugs, firearms, metal detectors, fireworks or glass containers are permitted.
Visitors must not walk on the railroad tracks. Trains use the tracks frequently and irregularly.
Numerous injuries have occurred from trespassers/hikers climbing on the falls and not staying on the designated trail. Hike at your own risk.
Tioga Falls is located on Federal Property. Hikers that violate these regulations will be prosecuted under the US Code or Uniform Code of Military Justice.