3D Kingdom Come State Park

A Perspective View from the East

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Kingdom Come State Park, with an elevation of 2,700 feet, is a jewel straddling the crest of Pine Mountain.

Pine Mountain is a 125-mile overthrust fault created by mountain building forces that occurred here roughly 230 million years ago. The sandstone and limestone bedrock that forms this unique feature dip 30-45 degrees from the crest to the southeast.The average height from the valley floor to the crest on this map is 1,000 feet.

Named after the popular Civil War novel, "The Little Shepherd of Kingdom Come," by Kentucky author John Fox Jr., the park preserves 1,283 acres of unspoiled wilderness. Some of the most extraordinary rock formations in the state are found at this park, including Log Rock, a natural sandstone bridge, and Raven Rock, a giant rock exposure that soars 290 feet into the air at a 45-degree angle!

Numerous hiking trails and the Little Shepherd Trail provide access to stunning outcrops and erosional features. In the more remote portions of the park, visitors can find caves with rare ecosystems, some of which are protected as a nature preserve. Contact a park official before your visit to help plan your adventure.