A 945 acre State Nature Preserve in the palisades region of the Kentucky River in Garrard and Jessamine Counties. A variety of habitats are observable at the different elevation levels of the preserve. Very good wildflower spotting spring through fall, and better river and palisade views in winter.

The Garrard County part of the preserve is open to the public, sunrise to sunset year-round. Due to fragile habitats and its inaccessibility, the Jessamine County tract is closed to the public.

• Features - 220-foot limestone palisade walls, rare plants, Kentucky River.
• Access - Foot trail through the forest and to the river, two-mile loop; moderately difficult, with hills and steps.
• Facilities - None
• Parking - eight cars
• Hazards - Extremely high cliffs.
• Activities - Hiking, nature study, birding, etc.