Hensley Settlement Tour

Join park rangers and step into the past at the historic Hensley Settlement on top of Brush Mountain. Stroll down fence-lined lanes, look into the springhouse, and sit in the one-room schoolhouse. The Hensley Settlement was established in 1903 by Sherman Hensley and was occupied until 1951. The historic buildings remain and can be visited on this 4 1/2 to 5 hour tour.

Important things to know for a safe and enjoyable Hensley Settlement Tour:

• Tour departs from visitor center via shuttle, then once at the settlement the tour requires walking one mile
• Wear comfortable walking shoes
• Pack a cold lunch you can hold on your lap for lunch with a ranger at Hensley Settlement
• If no reservations have been booked by noon the day before the tour, it will be canceled
• Reservations can be made up to 1 month in advance by calling the visitor center at 606-248-2817
• Reservations are accepted by phone or in person only between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily
• Tours are limited to 10 people
• Tours are subject to change due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances
• Those who are sick, have Covid 19 symptoms, or have been exposed to someone with Covid 19 symptoms should not participate in the tour

Fees

Adults - $10.00 Interagency Senior Pass - $5.00 Interagency Access Pass - $5.00 Children ages twelve and under - $5.00

Location

Latitude and Longitude 36.602737, -83.695304

Schedule

Event Type

• Guided Tour