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Cumberland Falls State Park
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Imagine a wall of water falling 60 feet into a boulder-strewn gorge, a whispering mist that kisses the face and a magical moonbow visible on a clear night under a full moon. Known as the "Niagara of the South," the 125-foot wide curtain of water is dramatic day or night. But its only at night during a full moon that you can see the moonbow, a phenomenon not found anywhere else in the Western Hemisphere!
The area is a natural choice for water-sports enthusiasts, offering white-water rafting and canoeing among other water activities. A professional outfitter is just 5 miles east of the resort.
As spectacular as the setting that surrounds it, the historic Dupont Lodge, built of massive hemlock beams and knotty pine, offers a spectacular view of the Cumberland River Valley. Its the perfect retreat after a day of hiking, rafting, swimming or horseback riding.
Moonbow Dates Visible during clear weather. 2005 moonbow dates Jan 23-27 Feb 22-26 Mar 23-27 Apr 22-26 May 21-25 Jun 20-24 Jul 19-23 Aug 17-21 Sep 16-20 Oct 15-19 Nov 14-18 Dec 13-17. |
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Enjoy the great outdoors in the campground, featuring 50 campsites with electric and water hookups. The campground has a central service building with showers and rest rooms, a grocery, and a dump station.
Camping rates are $15 per night for 2 adults. Each additional person over 16 years of age $3 per night. Campground and grocery open March 29October 31.No advance reservations. Check-out by 200 PM, Eastern time. Pets are allowed if restrained. |
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Cool off on a hot summer day with a dip in an Olympic-size pool. Pool is short distance from Lodge and Woodland Rooms.
Use of pool is free to lodge and cottage guests. Fee for the public.$3.50 Adult (13 & older), $2.50 child 6-12, free for child 5 and under.Open Memorial DayLabor Day. Hours 10-8 through July 10-6 pm AugustLabor Day. |
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Sevierville, TN
Looking for something different? Griffin Island is a family owned and family friendly 32 acre property that includes rental campers, full hook-up sites, and tent sites for rent on Douglas Lake. Griffin Island is your getaway from the mainstream but close enough to all the attraction of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
Phone 866-461-4561
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Click to Get Advertising. Cumberland Falls State Park, KY. We Need Your Picture. Click Below for Seven Day Forecast. Directions to park From Williamsburg go north on 75 to exit 15 (Route 25... |
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Gift Shop, Snack Shop and Visitor?s CenterVisit the gift shop, featuring a large selection of Kentucky handcrafts, and the snack shop and visitors center, both located in the falls area. The new Visitor?s Center is expected to be the first stop in a visitor?s encounter with the falls area. Inside the center, a three-dimensional relief map outlines major park facilities. Other exhibits show the area?s geology and history and illustrate Native American life. Another display advises visitors how to stay safe in the park, such as staying within the barrier at the falls, avoiding cliffs, and refraining from wading in the river.
In 2004, snack shop is open April 1October 31. Gift Shop and Visitor?s Center open year-round.
Bob Blair MuseumThe Blair Museum, located in the lodge, features Native American artifacts and exhibits relating to area plants, animals, and history. |
Area Campgrounds | | KOA Campgrounds
171 E City Dam Rd
Corbin, KY
(606) 528-1534
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Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Dave & Rex's Outdoor World
831 W Cumberland Gap Pkwy
Corbin, KY
(606) 523-2277
| Lakeside Market
675 Flatwoods Rd
Corbin, KY
(606) 528-1550
| House's Great Outdoors
2140 E Highway 312
Corbin, KY
(606) 528-3360
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Area Resorts and Lodging | | Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
7351 Highway 90
Corbin, KY
(606) 528-4121
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Sevierville, TN
Looking for something different? Griffin Island is a family owned and family friendly 32 acre property that includes rental campers, full hook-up sites, and tent sites for rent on Douglas Lake. Griffin Island is your getaway from the mainstream but close enough to all the attraction of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
Phone 866-461-4561
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