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Longbow Archery Trailhead

Pedro, Kentucky · Lawrence County · Facility

This 0.78-mile archery trail has 25 field targets. The entire trail is barrier free but the first section does have an incline and gravel pathway. Sites 18 through 25 are fully-accessible by federal standards.The long loop is a 0.62 mile long gravel trail with 18 archery targets, some of which are three-dimensional. Th…

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About Longbow Archery Trailhead

This 0.78-mile archery trail has 25 field targets. The entire trail is barrier free but the first section does have an incline and gravel pathway. Sites 18 through 25 are fully-accessible by federal standards.The long loop is a 0.62 mile long gravel trail with 18 archery targets, some of which are three-dimensional. The elevation change is less than 40-foot elevation change.The shorter loop is 0.16-mile and is level, surfaced with crushed limestone, and is designed for accessibility. There are ten archery targets along this segment of trail with bow hangers and benches along the way.Partners, who helped the Forest Service create this trail were the National Wild Turkey Federation, Lawrence County Bass Club, and B.S.A. Eagles Scouts.The trailhead is across from the boat dock with the longer trail continuing on from a loop off the shorter trail.

Plan Your Visit to Longbow Archery Trailhead

Heading to Longbow Archery Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Longbow Archery Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for Longbow Archery Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/261332) for the latest entry policy and availability.