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Cumberland Gap National Historical Park - Camping


Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
Backcountry Campsites

Open
Open All Year

Details
Backcountry campsites are located at Gibson Gap, Chadwell Camp, Martins Fork, Hensley Camp and Whites Rocks. Folks using the backcountry must use these designated sites. Backcountry permits are required. While there is no fee, the permits must be picked up in person at the park visitor center. You can make reservations for the backcountry campsites up to three months in advance.

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. A dump station is located near the campground entrance.

Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Campground is open year around.

Group Camping
Group camp sites are available.

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

Backcountry camping is allowed in designated sites with a permit. Permits are free of charge and must be obtained at the park visitor center.

Note: The following information will be needed when obtaining a backcountry permit:

Name
Address
Contact Telephone number (in case of emergency)
Itinerary including number of people in party and number of horses
Information for any vehicles which will be left in the park (tag number, description, owner information)

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

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