8 Things To Do When You Visit Cumberland Falls In Kentucky
Andrea Limke
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There are certain places throughout Kentucky that every local should visit at least once. These are the destinations that may even be considered tourist attractions, but are actually incredible highlights of our state that deserve the attention they receive. One natural wonder that should appear on this list is Cumberland Falls State Park, an immensely beautiful Kentucky State Park that is home to the largest waterfall in the state. There are actually many things to do around Cumberland Falls, and even more than this list of eight. But if you need a good place to start, check out some suggestions of can’t miss experiences when visiting the “Niagara of the South.”
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Of course, you’ll want to simply take the easy path to see the falls when you visit, but there are countless things to do around the falls themselves. If you have more time to spend in the area, be sure to explore and take advantage of all this park has to offer. Is Cumberland Falls one of your favorite places in Kentucky? Is it still on your bucket list? Let us know in the comments!
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What are the best hikes at Cumberland Falls State Park?
With Cumberland Falls State Park being our most treasured Kentucky State Park, it should come as no surprise that one of our all-time favorite hikes in Kentucky is located here: the Cumberland Falls via Eagle Falls Trail. This trail is a 1.8-mile loop trail that's rated as moderate, and leads to two of the state's most stunning waterfalls: Cumberland Falls and Eagle Falls. Talk about a twofer! In fact, like many other state parks in Kentucky, Cumberland Falls offers numerous guided hikes throughout the year. One of the favorites is a tour of the iconic Pinnacle Knob Fire Tower. While you can always hike to the base of the tower, there are also tours that allow explorers to climb to the top! Be sure to follow Cumberland Falls on Facebook for upcoming tour dates. In total, there are 12 hiking trails throughout the park, and they'll take you past some truly remarkable rock formations, historic bridges, and other impressive natural features.
What are some other adventures to have at Cumberland Falls State Park?
If you're looking for a big adventure in Kentucky, you'll find it at Cumberland Falls State Resort Park. Guided rafting, river tubing, and canoe trips are available, and for a thrilling expedition in the summer and fall seasons, you can actually go whitewater rafting right up to the falls on an excursion with Sheltowee Trace Adventure Resort. The trip takes approximately 1.5-2 hours and covers about a mile of the river. While much of the float is calm and relaxing, you'll also encounter some class I and II rapids along the way. The trip begins at the resort's store at the Blue Heron Mining Community Depot in Stearns, which is a great area to explore before or after your float on the water.