Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
Hours
See this week's hours below.
- Entrance fee
- The Park Service lists no entrance fee for this site.
- Phone
- 6062482817
- Address
- 100 Pinnacle View Rd., Middlesboro, KY 40965
About Cumberland Gap
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.
Hours
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
The park is open 24 hours a day to pedestrian and cyclist, weather permitting. Some services and facilities have separate hours, however; please see descriptions of those facilities elsewhere.
| Monday | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
Changes to these hours
- Thanksgiving, Nov 27: Closed
- Christmas, Dec 25: Closed
- New Year's Day, Jan 1: Closed
Getting there
By Plane The closest major airport is located in Knoxville, Tennessee approximately 85 miles away. Flights can also be made into Lexington, Kentucky approximately 130 miles away. By Car The park entrance is located on Highway 25E just south of Middlesboro Kentucky.
Weather
Summers at Cumberland Gap 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 30s and 40s. Weather can sometimes be unpredictable, especially at higher elevations.
Things to do
Backcountry Camping, Backcountry Hiking, Biking, Bookstore and Park Store, Camping, Caving, Guided Tours, Hiking, Park Film, Shopping, Wildlife Watching.
Source: National Park Service data feed, checked September 24, 2026. Hours shown are the Park Service's posted standard hours plus any date changes it lists. Official page for Cumberland Gap ↗