Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
Middlesboro, KY
The mountain pass used by Daniel Boone’s Wilderness Road, where Kentucky, Tennessee and Virginia meet. From the visitor center a winding road climbs to the Pinnacle Overlook; vehicles over 20 feet (6 m) are not allowed on it.
- Nearest town
- Middlesboro, KY
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 36.6048, -83.6928
- Editor's pick
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and October. Cold, short days in January–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Bunch Hollow Campground & ResortMotorhome stopover11 mi from Cumberland Gap National Historical ParkMotorhomes
- Rock Bottom Horse CampCampsite15 mi from Cumberland Gap National Historical Park · 8 pitchesTentsCaravans
- Cedar Grove CampgroundMotorhome stopover17 mi from Cumberland Gap National Historical ParkMotorhomes
- Lakeview CampgroundMotorhome stopover19 mi from Cumberland Gap National Historical ParkMotorhomes
- Powell Valley Marina and CampgroundMotorhome stopover20 mi from Cumberland Gap National Historical ParkMotorhomes
- Thompson ParkMotorhome stopover21 mi from Cumberland Gap National Historical ParkMotorhomes
All campsites in Kentucky · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Cumberland Gap National Historical Park?
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park is in Middlesboro, KY, at GPS 36.6048, -83.6928. It is about 33 mi from Corbin.
Can you camp near Cumberland Gap National Historical Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Wilderness Road Campground, about 3 mi away; within 25 mi there are 13 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Cumberland Gap National Historical Park?
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Cumberland Gap and the moonbow at Cumberland Falls.
What is there to see near Cumberland Gap National Historical Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Cumberland Falls State Resort Park (40 mi), Natural Tunnel State Park (53 mi), Historic Rugby (58 mi) and Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail (64 mi).
When is the best time to visit Cumberland Gap National Historical Park?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)