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Cumberland Gap National Historical Park, Kentucky, Tennessee
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- Designation
- National Historical Park
- States
- KY, TN, VA
- Park address
- Middlesboro, KY
- Entrance fee
- No entrance feeNPS data as of 2026-08-25
- Camping
- 1 campground listed by NPS · 150 reservable sites
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Notes
Designation Date: 06/11/1940
Cumberland Gap was the first great gateway to the west. Come follow the path of bison, 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.
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Foraging & Folk Medicine in the Cumberland Gap
Foraging & Folk Medicine in the Cumberland Gap Park Event · Cumberland Gap National Historical Park, Kentucky, Tennessee · Oct 24, 2026 · 6:00 PM–7:00 PM NPS Ph…
Cumberland Gap Tunnel 30th Anniversary
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…
Cumberland Gap Tunnel Anniversary Program
Cumberland Gap Tunnel Anniversary Program Park Event · Cumberland Gap National Historical Park, Kentucky, Tennessee · Oct 16, 2026 · 6:00 PM–7:00 PM NPS Photo L…