Welcome to First Frontier
Appalachian Trails

The First Frontier Appalachian Trails is a trail system currently under construction in Eastern Kentucky. An eighteen County cooperative, FFAT aims to provide the very best rider experience by showcasing some of the most epic trail systems Eastern Kentucky has to offer.

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Our trails are

Maintained & Marked

Up-kept and continuously maintained, our miles of adventure will be easily identifiable and conveniently located in an effort to provide the best trail experience possible. As this trail system is developed, we hope to offer each rider a memorable experience.

We will soon have

Permits for Purchase

Utilizing a permit purchasing system, we will soon have permits for trails available for purchase. Sales of these permits are used to fund the upkeep and maintenance of the trail systems along with further expansion of the trails.

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Off-line Mapping

As we further develop these trails, downloadable maps will be made available for off-line use helping riders stay on course.

Featuring eighteen counties of trails

One of the largest trail systems in Kentucky, First Frontier Appalachian Trails has something for everyone.

Family Friendly

A one-of-a-kind adventure awaits, suitable for friends and family

Questions?

We want to provide you with the information you need. Check out our FAQs page.

Detailed, Precise Maps

Off-line mapping will soon be available for download.

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Year-long Permits

Your permit is valid for one year. Permits will be available for purchase soon.

Scenic Views

Kentucky offers breathtaking scenery. Don't forget to bring a camera.

Open Year-round

Our trails are never closed.

 
360° VR Experience

Ready for a Virtual Tour?

Take a ten-minute ride through Leslie County Kentucky and enjoy the sights and sounds. For a unique experience, use a VR headset and watch in YouTube VR!

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Your adventure awaits

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Trails for Various Vehicle Types

Breathtaking Views

Numerous Trails

with various degrees of difficulty

Natural Wonders Await

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Enjoy the Appalachian Trails

Have a question about our offerings or opportunities for landowners? See FAQs
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We are just getting started

As this project progresses, we expect to offer more than just the average outdoor experience!  Our meetings are always open to the public and all are invited to attend. Whether it's community members, landowners, investors, or representatives from engaged organizations, you have a voice and, more importantly, an opportunity to help shape our region.

Want to get involved? Check our Facebook page for our next scheduled meeting!

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What are you waiting for?

OHV, ATV, and Motorcycle trails located throughout the southeastern mountain region await.

Latest NEWS

FFAT Board Meeting

Monthly board meeting held in Martin County at the Big Sandy Regional Airport

Our meetings are always public and all are invited to attend. Today’s meeting did not disappoint in the community members, landowners, investors...

Jackson County becomes part of FFAT

Jackson County Officially Becomes a Participant in First Frontier Appalachian Trails System

The beginning of a new day in Kentucky’s off-road recreation economy is on the horizon and Jackson County is on board to be a part of it...

SOAR Summit

FFAT Exhibition at SOAR Summit

Good Mornin’ from SOAR Summit in Pikeville Kentucky !! Come out if you can and experience all the wonderful presenters who are sharing the plans for our very bright Eastern Kentucky future!

Landowner Lease Signing at Johnson County Fiscal Court

Landowners take advantage of lucrative eco-tourism opportunity by joining FFAT

First Frontier Appalachian Trails holds lease signing at the Johnson County Fiscal Court as steps to create a trail system that will span eighteen counties.