Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
Cumberland Gap was the first great gateway to the west. Come follow the path of bisons, Native Americans, longhunters, and pioneers. Walk where 300,000 people crossed the Appalachians to settle America. Explore 85 miles of trails and 14,000 acres of wilderness. Stand in 3 states at once. Explore a cave, see Hensley Settlement, or camp under the stars. Come find your connection to Cumberland Gap.
By Plane The closest major airport is located in Knoxville, Tennessee approximately 85 miles away. Flights can also be made into Lexington, Kentucky approximately 130 miles away. By Car The park entrance is located on Highway 25E just south of Middlesboro Kentucky.
- Biking
- Camping
- Caving
- Guided Tours
- Hiking
- Backcountry Hiking
- Wildlife Watching
- Park Film
- Shopping
- Bookstore and Park Store
- Arts
- Photography
- Colonization and Settlement
- Explorers and Expeditions
- Farming and Agriculture
- Migrations
- Native American Heritage
- Wars and Conflicts
- Civil War
- Westward Expansion
- Animals
- Birds
- Fish
- Caves, Caverns and Karst
- Forests and Woodlands
- Geology
- Mountains
- River and Riparian
- Rock Landscapes and Features
- Scenic Views
- Trails
Hensley Settlement
Weathered log cabins greet visitors to Hensley Settlement
Mountain View
View from the Pinnacle Overlook
Pioneers Crossing Creek
History comes alive
Hiker in Sand Cave
Sand Cave is a massive sandstone rockshelter found in the backcountry
Gap Cave
Cleopatra's Pool is located deep in the Gap Cave