What are the hours at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park?

Mon: 9:00AM - 4:00PM; Tue: 9:00AM - 4:00PM; Wed: 9:00AM - 4:00PM; Thu: 9:00AM - 4:00PM; Fri: 9:00AM - 4:00PM; Sat: 9:00AM - 4:00PM; Sun: 9:00AM - 4:00PM (Cumberland Gap National Historical Park)

Does Cumberland Gap National Historical Park require a reservation?

No timed-entry or vehicle reservation is required to enter Cumberland Gap National Historical Park. Individual tours, campgrounds, or backcountry permits may still need to be booked separately.

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Is Cumberland Gap National Historical Park open right now?

Q: Is Cumberland Gap National Historical Park open right now?

As of October 14, 2026, Cumberland Gap National Historical Park is open. No active closures or hazards reported.

National Historical Park · KY,TN,VA

Open

Cumberland Gap National Historical Park is open.

Why this statusNo active closures or hazards reported.

Last checked Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:00:58 GMT

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Cumberland Gap was the first great gateway to the west.

Type: National Historical Park
State: KY,TN,VA
Nearest town: Middlesboro

About 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.

Visitor info

Address100 Pinnacle View Rd., Middlesboro, KY 40965

Phone(606) 248-2817

Websitewww.nps.gov/cuga/index.htm ↗

Hours

Mon	9:00AM - 4:00PM
Tue	9:00AM - 4:00PM
Wed	9:00AM - 4:00PM
Thu	9:00AM - 4:00PM
Fri	9:00AM - 4:00PM
Sat	9:00AM - 4:00PM
Sun	9:00AM - 4:00PM

Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

Getting thereBy 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.

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Great Smoky Mountains National Park 71 mi

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How we read this status

We derive Cumberland Gap National Historical Park's status from the National Park Service's own alerts and operating hours, refreshed hourly — this is our reading, not an official determination. As of the last check: No active closures or hazards reported. Full method: how we check park status.