Trail Overview

Houchin Ferry Road is a 5-mile out-and-back trail that is located within Mammoth Cave National Park. The trail begins off Ollie Road and ends along the Green River. There is no longer a possible way to cross the river at the end of the trail so you must turn back. Along the trail are a few parking areas with hiking trails that lead into the backcountry of the park. About halfway down the trail is the Temple Hill Cemetery; one of the few historic cemeteries located within the park. Since this trail is entirely within the park boundary be sure to check nps.gov/maca before going for any closures or alerts.

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Difficulty

The road is maintained by the park service; however, there is a steep paved section down to the river that can be covered by wet leaves during parts of the year.

Technical Rating

Anthony Ankrom

Jun 05, 2026

Open

Easy forest road that dead stops at the river. The steep climb down is paved but the rest is gravel.

Steven Swift

Apr 25, 2026

Open

All clear, simple gravel road down to the river.

Shane Davis

Apr 21, 2026

Open

Easy drive. Nothing technical. A few sneaky bumps. Be sure to walk down to ferry.

Tim Mead

Oct 14, 2025

Open

Easy drive down to the old ferry crossing.

Cody Barnes

Sep 19, 2025

Open

Very easy ride on a dirt bike. No obstacles on the trail, only a few small washout areas. Very secluded and encountered no additional vehicle traffic. There was one person walking the trail and a group of horseback riders crossed the trail near the start. The picnic area around the halfway point is a great place to stop for a quick snack. Just be aware, the area has lots of flies because of the horse manure.

Alex Villarreal

Sep 14, 2025

Open

Trial was open all the way down to the river. Made it in a full size duramax

Nick Blizzard

Sep 11, 2025

Open

open all the way to the river

Tracey Heidecker

Aug 16, 2025

Open

Still obstructed near end of trail. There is a small grassy shoulder that you can easily turn around

Christy & Becky

Aug 02, 2025

Open

Joshua French

Jun 21, 2024

Open

James Thompson

Jun 16, 2024

Open

Extremely easy trail. Pretty scenery if you like woods. No water crossings.

Enrique Espinoza

Jan 28, 2024

Open