This preserve was named in honor of the man who discovered the site's significance as a natural area. Raymond Athey, a self-taught botanist, freely gave of his extensive knowledge to help in the protection of Kentucky's unique natural areas. The 156-acre preserve supports several plant communities with a high diversity of associated species.
Glades occur as small openings within the woods.
The soils are characteristically thin with bedrock at or near the surface. Access is by written permission only. Return to Highland Rim state nature preserves . Go to main nature preserve search page . All rights reserved.