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|Lodging Types=Campground, Backpacking, Group Campground | |Lodging Types=Campground, Backpacking, Group Campground | ||
|Camping Amenities=Site water, Dump station, 20 amp electrical, 30 amp electrical, 50 amp electrical, Tent only, Showers, Playgrounds | |Camping Amenities=Site water, Dump station, 20 amp electrical, 30 amp electrical, 50 amp electrical, Tent only, Showers, Playgrounds | ||
|City=Middlesboro | |||
|Area=20,508 acres | |Area=20,508 acres | ||
|Operated By=National Park Service | |Operated By=National Park Service |
Revision as of 15:36, 8 December 2019
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park | |
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Park Type | National Park |
Located | Middlesboro, Kentucky |
External Links | Official Website |
Entrance Fee | Unknown |
ActivitiesThings to do at the park | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Park AmenitiesThings built to enjoy or use at the park | |
FeaturesNatural things to see at the park | ![]() ![]() |
Park Trails |
14 Trails / Total of 51.20 miles82.398 km <br /> |
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Camping Amenities | |
Park Area | 20,508 acres82.993 km² <br /> |
Operated By | National Park Service |
Main Location | Map |
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Park Overview
Cumberland Gap National Historic Park has 85 miles of trails, including some backcountry which walk along the ridgeline.
How to get there
From Kingsport:
- Take US23 north to Gate City where it joins with US58.
- Continue west on US58 for 31 miles.
- Continue for a couple of miles onto US25E and through the tunnel to reach the visitors center on the other side.
There are several parkings lots for the main trails. GPS address for visitors center is 125 Barlett Park Road, Middlesborough, KY 40965.
Park Trails
The following trails are available in Cumberland Gap National Historic Park.
Park Trails | Distance | Difficulty | Marking | Usage | Highlight |
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Ewing Trail | 7.50 mi | Medium | unknown | Access to the Sand Cave and White Rocks (the colloquially known name) | |
Boone TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 1.60 mi | Easy | Unknown | ||
Colson TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 0.50 mi | Easy | Unknown | ||
Cumberland TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 2.60 mi | Easy | Unknown | ||
Gibson Gap TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 4.20 mi | Medium | Yellow | ||
Harlan Road TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 1.60 mi | Easy | Unknown | ||
Lewis Hollow TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 1.50 mi | Easy | Unknown | ||
Ridge TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 21.00 mi | Medium | Unknown | ||
Shillalah Creek TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 4.60 mi | Medium | Unknown | ||
Sugar Run TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 2.60 mi | Easy | Orange | ||
Thomas Walker TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 0.90 mi | Easy | Unknown | ||
Tri-State TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 0.60 mi | Easy | Unknown | ||
White Rocks TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 0.50 mi | Medium | Unknown | ||
Wilderness Road TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 1.50 mi | Easy | Unknown |
Typical Conditions
Being a VA/KY state park, the dirt and gravel trails are kept in excellent condition. Some of the trail sections are narrow with steep dropoffs, so pay attention. After rain, some of the dirt trails are reported to be slippery.
Fees, Permits, etc.
The park has no entrance fee, thus day hiking is free. Backcountry camping requires a use permit (but no fee), which must be picked up in person at the visitor center. Dogs are allowed on park trails.
Misc. Information
The visitor center is open daily 8AM to 5PM.
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