By Jeremy Patton
I do not give arch locations.
Bee Rock Arch is located in Bee Rock Recreation Area, Daniel Boone National Forest, Pulaski County, Kentucky.
On 2/3/16, I discovered a natural arch in the cliffs of Bee Rock Recreation Area. It is now one of my favorite spots in BRRA for several reasons. First, it resides at the base of an ancient, weather-worn bluff pitted with unique geological features, such as mini-arches, “light houses” and rock shelters. Second, it is in pristine condition. I found no graffiti or rubbish, no trails or “improvements.” Third, I have not seen this arch written about or photographed. A handful of people over the years have likely stumbled upon it, but it now feels like my secret.
A shadowy rock shelter allows you to sit beneath the bluff and gaze through the window at the green, wooded ravine. Crawling would be the only way to pass through it, so I estimate it is no more than three feet high, but considerably wider.
Several nearby waterfalls have no doubt contributed to its formation. I suspect that Bee Rock Falls #1 and #2 are wet-weather-only, especially the first.
You can probably find the arch with what little information I have provided. If you go through that kind of trouble, you deserve to enjoy it. Please take only photographs and leave no trace.
Added 2/5/16 – Updated 7/29/26