 Flowing through the mountains near the Kentucky Virginia State Line, Grassy Creek flows along the base of the Brakes Interstate Park before it flows into the Russell Fork River. The Center Creek Trail, located at the Kentucky Virginia State Line on Route 80, takes you along Center Creek until it runs into Grassy Creek about a quarter mile down the trail. Filled with thick forests and unique rock formations, the trail is a half a mile long, making it a full mile hike from the trailhead to the Russell Fork River and back. While the trail is relatively short, it is by no means an easy trail. Hikers can expect to climb up and down slippery rocks and make creek crossings along the way. Sturdy hiking boots are highly recommended for this trail. The trail begins by following Center Creek through the forest and descending down a narrow draw. You will soon come to some amazing overhangs and rock formations, which is where you'll have to decide where it is best to cross the creek. Be especially careful here, the rocks are wet and extremely slippery. Soon you will reach the confluence of Center and Grassy Creek. From here you will begin following Grassy Creek downstream as it twists and turns its way through a narrow gorge. The remainder of the trail is filled with amazing rock formations, cliffs and small waterfalls. Soon the narrow little gorge along Grassy Creek opens up and puts you right in the middle of the Russell Fork Gorge, giving you a river level view of what is known as the Grand Canyon of the South. It is here where you can see how the Russell Fork River for over half a billion years has carved its way through Pine Mountain creating one of the most spectacular gorges in the eastern United States. For EKB Evening News at 6, I'm Ronnie Hilton.