Cumberland Gap Tunnel 30th Anniversary

Park Event · Cumberland Gap National Historical Park, Kentucky, Tennessee · Oct 16, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026 · 9:00 AM–2:00 PM

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Cumberland Gap Tunnel with special programs presented in partnership with the Cumberland Gap Tunnel Authority.

Special Programs

Throughout the weekend, visitors can join park rangers for guided hikes, an evening program, and behind-the-scenes tunnel tours that explore the history, construction, and lasting impact of this important transportation route, from the Wilderness Road and Old Highway 25E to the tunnel used today.

Source: National Park Service (public domain).