History

Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

Middlesboro, Kentucky

The pass through the Appalachians used by pioneers, with a clifftop overlook.

Cost
Free
Time to allow
3 hours

The park spans Kentucky, Tennessee and Virginia. A road leads to Pinnacle Overlook, where you can see three states, and the old gap is open to walkers.

Good to know

  • Pinnacle Overlook road is winding
  • Campground is open in season
  • Free entry
Best time
Fall colour
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Toilets

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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