Sunset Point Trail in Mammoth Cave National Park

Sunset Point Trail

A short trail extending from the Sunset Point viewpoint to other trails below.

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Sunset Point Trail Details

The Sunset Point Trail runs from Sunset Point for 0.3 miles (one way) to the Echo River Springs Trail. Use this trail to connect to others in this area for a loop walk, including the Sunset Point, River Styx Spring, and Historic Entrance trails.

Difficulty

Low

Distance

0.6 miles

Estimated time

15 minutes

Region

N/A

Nearby Parks Around Sunset Point Trail

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Sunset Point Trail

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0.0 mi away

Heritage Trail

This short, lollipop-shaped trail will bring you to Sunset Point and the Old Guides Cemetery Trail before looping back.

0.1 mi away

Old Guides Trail

This short trail leads from the Heritage Trail near the hotel to the cave's historic entrance.

0.1 mi away

River Styx Spring

The River Styx Spring is where the River Styx empties from Mammoth Cave.

0.2 mi away

Dixon Cave Trail

This out-and-back Dixon Cave Trail leads to the Dixon Cave, although the cave is closed to visitors.

0.2 mi away

River Styx Spring Trail

A short walk to the spring where the River Styx empties from Mammoth Cave.