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Cumberland Gap National Historical Park |
The park is located 50 miles south of Corbin, KY |
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| The Cumberland Gap National Historical Park is an excellent choice for a family vacation. Besides the tremendous amount of history here, you will find plenty of outdoor adventure whether you are hiking the backpacking trails, camping in the backcountry, traversing through one of the numerous extraordinary caves, or just bird watching the autumn hawk migration. You can also tour the Hensley Settlement and watch and talk with native crafters. Check out below for great Cumberland Gap National Historical Park information.
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Uniqueness - Throughout the ages, poets, songwriters, novelists, journal writers, historians and artists have captured the grandeur of the Cumberland Gap. James Smith, in his journal of 1792, penned what is perhap... (click here for more)
Facts - The Cumberland Gap Visitor Center is open all year; Memorial Day through Labor Day 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is closed Christmas Day. Park grounds and picnic areas are open daily. The road leading to the Pi... (click here for more)
Be Equipped - Summers are hot and humid, with temperatures commonly in the mid to upper 90s. Winters are generally mild with rain and some periods of snow January through March. Temperatures usually range in the 30... (click here for more)
Wildlife Warnings - All animals are wild and should remain that way. Do not feed or harass the animals. See Wildlife Precautions page for further tips on animal encounters.... (click here for more)
Fees - Entrance to the park is free. There are fees for the tours. Gap Cave Tours: Adults - $8.00; Seniors with Golden Age Passports - $4.00; Children five to twelve - $4.00. Hensley Settlement Tours: Adults... (click here for more)
Camping - Backcountry campsites are located at Gibson Gap, Chadwell Camp, Martins Fork, Hensley Camp and Whites Rocks and are available all year round. Folks using the backcountry must use these designated site... (click here for more)
Nearby Attractions - Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area is 90 miles away. Andrew Johnson National Historic Site is 80 miles away. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 120 miles away. Mammoth Cave National P... (click here for more)
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