Address and Phone:
Highway 25 East
Cumberland Gap, TN 37724
Phone: (606) 248-2817
Admission Rates:
No entry fee; please call for camping and guided tour rates.
Hours Open to the Public:
Open Year-round
Dates Closed:
Christmas
Payment Types Accepted:
Free Admission
City: Cumberland Gap, TN
Region: East Tennessee
The park is rich in American Indian, early pioneer and Civil War history, plus offers 70 miles of trails, tours of the historic Hensley Settlement, cave tours and camping. Visitor Center includes museum, dramatic films, craft sales and bookstore.
Cumberland Gap is one of the most important passages through the Appalachian Mountains, permitting passage between East Kentucky and Tennessee. The park contains remnants of Civil War era iron furnace and fortifications of both Union and Confederate forces.
For the birdwatcher, the park is home to Ring-billed Gull, Canada Goose, Snow Goose, Greater White-fronted Goose, Wood Duck, Mallard, Wild Turkey, Northern Bobwhite, Ruffed Grouse, Great Blue Heron, Green Heron, Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture, Osprey, and the Bald Eagle to name just a few.
Hwy. 25 E. at Tri-State (TN-KY-VA) connection.
Get turn-by-turn direction using the interactive map above.
Looking for a day of fun and frolic? Here’s a quick list of nearby attractions that you may enjoy.
Looking for a place to rest between adventures? Here’s a quick list of nearby places to stay.
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