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Cumberland Gap National Historical Park view from Pinnacle Overlook
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Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
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White Rocks

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White Rocks Overlook

Discover rich history, spectacular overlooks, unique rock formations, cascading waterfalls, and an extensive trail system in Cumberland Gap National Historical Park's 24,000 acres.

 
cave tour

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Park ranger with visitors in Gap Cave

Explore a hidden world found underground- inside the mountains! It is a world of darkness, with fantastic dripstone formations and strange animals who have adapted to the cave environment.

 
Hensley Settlement

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Cabin at the historic Hensley Settlement

The stories of early pioneers and settlers, Civil War Soldiers, and mountain communities come alive when visiting the numerous historic buildings and structures found in the park.
The park visitor center houses a museum, book sales, handmade crafts, and an auditorium with 2 high definition films shown daily.
The park visitor center
The visitor center houses a museum, book sales, handmade crafts from the region, and an auditorium.
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The Wilderness Road campground
Camping
The Wilderness Road campground has sites situated in a spectacular wooded setting.
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Last Updated: February 16, 2010 at 13:19 MST