Cumberland Gap
Boone's Gateway
State: Virginia
County: Lee County
Founded: 1750s
Abandoned: Declining
Peak Population: Gateway town
Cumberland Gap was the primary route through the Appalachians for westward expansion. Daniel Boone blazed the Wilderness Road through here in 1775. Over 300,000 settlers passed through. The NHP preserves the historic gap.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Time Needed: 2-3 hours
Quick Facts
- Daniel Boone's Wilderness Road
- 300,000 settlers passed through
- Tri-state corner
Location
Address: Cumberland Gap, VA
Coordinates: 36.6, -83.6667