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Cumberland Gap National Historical ParkVisitors step back in time on the Hensley Settlement tour.
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Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
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Tent site at Wilderness Road Campground

The Wilderness Road Campground is located approximately 3 miles from the park visitor center off of Highway 58 in Virginia. It has 160 sites in a beautiful wooded setting. 

30 and 50 amp electrical hookups are available at 41 of the sites. Hot showers and potable water are located in the comfort stations. 

Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Camping fees:

$12.00 per night per site for tent sites with no electricity.

$17.00 per night per site for electrical hookup.

All sites are one-half price for Golden Age and Golden Access holders.

Group Camp sites are available. Cost is $30.00 per night per site for 30 people or fewer. There is an additional charge for groups of more than 30 of $1.00 per person. 

Reservations for group campsites can be made up to 90 days in advance by calling the park visitor center at (606)248-2817.

FIREWOOD ALERT!
Please purchase or gather firewood locally to avoid bringing in the exotic Emerald Ash Borer or the Asian Long Horned Beetle. These exotic insects can be easily spread by bringing in infested firewood from outside the area. 
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Please be aware of bears! Bears are active in the backcountry. All food must be properly stored using approved bear proof containers or elevated to a height of at least 10 feet. Please report any bear activity to a park ranger or by calling the park visitor center at (606) 248-2817. more...

Martin's Fork Cabin
Martin's Fork Cabin
Backcountry campers can enjoy solitude in the rustic backcountry Martin's Fork Cabin.
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Emerald Ash Borer
Be on the lookout for exotic pests!
Exotic pests like the Emerald Ash Borer threaten our park
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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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President Richard Nixon  

Did You Know?
Vice President Richard Nixon visited Cumberland Gap on July 3, 1959 to commemorate the formal dedication of the park which took place the following day. While at the park he visited the scenic Pinnacle Overlook and attended festivities in the nearby town of Middlesboro, Kentucky.

Last Updated: July 02, 2008 at 10:23 EST