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Cumberland Gap Pinnacle Overlook
Middlesboro, Kentucky
A drive-up overlook where three states meet, above the historic Cumberland Gap.
- Cost
- Free
- Time to allow
- 75 min
A winding road climbs from the visitor centre to a viewing platform on the ridge. The view stretches over Virginia, Kentucky and Tennessee. Fort Lyon ruins and short trails are nearby.
Good to know
- Road is narrow, no trailers or long RVs
- Go on a clear day
- Visitor centre has a good film
- Getting there
- Narrow paved climb, vehicles over ~20ft not allowed
- Vehicles
- No campervans
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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