Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
91 Bartlett Park Rd, Middlesboro, KY 40965
24,000 acres · 85 miles of trails
At Middlesboro's Cumberland Gap National Historical Park, leashed dogs hike 85 miles of trails where KY, TN, and VA converge. Features include shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Skip cave tours with pets.
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- Park
- Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
- Type
- National park
- Location
- Middlesboro, Kentucky
- Coordinates
- 36.6044, -83.6847
- Size
- 24,000 acres
- Trail miles
- 85
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (2,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 8.0 / 10 — Exceptional
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 2,810 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 24,000 acres of room
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Dog policy
24,000-acre NPS park where KY/TN/VA meet. Leashed dogs on 85 miles of trails (NOT cave tours).
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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