Cumberland Gap Cabin Rentals, Cumberland Gap, Tennessee

Local Area

The Cumberland Gap is a natural passage way through the Cumberland Mountains very near the point where Virginia, Kentucky, and Tennessee meet. Cumberland Gap Historical Sign Post

During the 18th century, it was explored and named by Dr. Thomas Walker and Daniel Boone blazed the Wilderness Road through the Gap into Kentucky. During the Civil War it was a strategic location held, at times, by both Confederate and Union forces. There were many skirmishes and the Gap changed hands a few times. But, by the end of the war, no major battles actually took place there.
Today, the village of Cumberland Gap is a quaint little town of less than 300 residents. It has become noted as a tourist stop full of picturesque craft shops, restaurants, historic sights and natural beauty. A historic iron furnace from the 1800's is located near the town park and the old railroad tunnel is just a short walk away.

Attractions

Abraham Lincoln Library and Museum -- Located on the beautiful campus of Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, Tennessee, the Abraham Lincoln Library and Museum houses one of the most diverse Lincoln and Civil War collections in the country.
Cudjo Caverns -- About 1934 a tunnel was dug to connect Soldiers Cave with King Solomon's Cave and the combined caves were subsequently renamed Cudjo Cavern after the main character in an 1893 novel whose setting was in a fictional "Cumberland Grotto."
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park -- The story of the first doorway to the west is commemorated at the national park, located where the borders of Tennessee, Kentucky, and Virginia meet.
Cumberland Gap Tunnel -- The Cumberland Gap Tunnel is a 4-lane twin-bore mountain tunnel that is 4,600 feet long, and it carries US-25E under Cumberland Gap between Tennessee and Kentucky, and it was completed in October 1996 at a cost of $280 million.
Cumberland Trail -- Experience Tennessee hiking and backpacking at its best! The Cumberland Trail, a Tennessee State Scenic Hiking Trail, became Tennessee's 53rd state park in 1998.
Hensley's Settlement -- The preserved settlement is located atop Brush Mountain where the Hensley's first settled in 1903, forsaking settled areas for an entirely self-sufficient way of life.
Lincoln Memorial University -- A private liberal arts university, LMU offers a relevant curriculum for the 21st century. The quality liberal arts program focuses on academic skills and intellectual foundations, offering students a broad preparation for selected majors and programs of professional study.
Pinnacle Overlook -- At an elevation of 2,440 feet, the Pinnacle Overlook offers a gorgeous view into three states – Kentucky, Tennessee, and Virginia. A winding, four-mile road leads from the park visitor center to the viewing platform.

Entertainment

Lincoln Memorial University Concerts -- The Tex Turner Arena upcoming events and tickets website. Box Office Hours: M-F 12pm-5pm EST
Webb's Country Kitchen: 602 Colwyn Avenue, Cumberland Gap -- In addition to great home cooking, Webb's has open mic every Friday night and Bluegrass music every Saturday night.
Phone: (423) 869-5877

Dining

Frosty Mug Drive In: 350 Catalpa Avenue, Harrogate --
Godfather's Pizza: 915 Patterson Road, Harrogate --
Hardee's: 6680 Cumberland Gap Parkway, Harrogate -- "Star Hardee's" restaurants marks a return to Hardee's heritage of charbroiled burgers. Hardee's also offers breakfast favorites such as Made From Scratch™ Biscuits.
Oasis Pizza: 6341 Cumberland Gap Parkway, Harrogate --
Shoney's Restaurant: 6715 Cumberland Gap Parkway, Harrogate -- You'll always get generous helpings of Southern hospitality and your favorite, freshly prepared, homestyle foods at Shoney's.
Subway: 364 Catalpa Avenue, Harrogate -- Subway Restaurant's 7 sandwiches with 6 grams of fat or less have a calorie range of 230-370 and have as little as 3 grams of fat. Choosing one of these subs can save hundreds of calories and at least 21 grams of fat in just one meal.
Webb's Country Kitchen: 602 Colwyn Avenue, Cumberland Gap -- In addition to great home cooking, Webb's has open mic every Friday night and Bluegrass music every Saturday night.
Phone: (423) 869-5877

Shopping

Middlesboro Mall: located on Highway - 25E in Middlesboro, KY -- There are over forty-five stores in the Mall as well as many other shopping opportunities in the city of Middlesboro which is only a short drive through the Cumberland Gap Tunnel.
Novelty Beads, 228 Whitaker Street, Tazewell, TN -- Our store sells the finest in handmade lampwork beads, art glass, and unique custom made jewelry. Browse our webstore, we're sure you'll find something you just can't live without.