Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

Cumberland Gap was the first great gateway to the west. Come follow the path of bison, Native Americans, longhunters, and pioneers. Walk where 300,000 people crossed the Appalachians to settle America. Explore 85 miles of trails and 14,000 acres of wilderness. Stand in 3 states at once. Explore a cave, see Hensley Settlement, or camp under the stars. Come find your connection to Cumberland Gap.

Hensley Settlement

Weathered log cabins greet visitors to Hensley Settlement

Hensley Settlement

Mountain View

View from the Pinnacle Overlook

View from the Pinnacle Overlook

Pioneers Crossing Creek

History comes alive

Pioneers

Hiker in Sand Cave

Sand Cave is a massive sandstone rockshelter found in the backcountry

Sand Cave

Gap Cave

Cleopatra's Pool is located deep in the Gap Cave

Cleopatra's Pool in the Gap Cave