Cumberland Gap Trail Alliance

06/07/2026

🥾🌲 What a fantastic National Trails Day in Cumberland Gap! 🌲🥾

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by our information tent at Gap Creek Coffee and joined us on today’s hike to the Tri-State Peak. It was wonderful meeting members of our community, sharing information about our local trails, and connecting with fellow outdoor enthusiasts who share a love for the outdoors.

The group hike was filled with great conversations, beautiful scenery, and plenty of smiles along the way. Seeing people of all ages come together to explore one of our region’s most iconic destinations reminds us why our trails are such a valuable part of our community.

Thank you to everyone who participated, and a special thank you to Erika for leading the hike and helping make the day a success.

We look forward to seeing you on the trails again soon!

📸 Share your favorite photos from today’s adventure in the comments!

06/05/2026

🚨SEE YOU TOMORROW 🚨
🥾🌲 Celebrate National Trails Day with us at Cumberland Gap! 🌲🥾

Join us on Saturday, June 6th as we highlight the incredible trails of Cumberland Gap and encourage everyone to get outside and explore!

📍 Gap Creek Coffee House 710 Pinnacle Alley, Cumberland Gap, TN 37724
⏰ 8:00 AM – Information Tent Opens
• Pick up flyers, trail maps, and information about local trails
• Learn more about the amazing hiking opportunities in the area

🥾 9:00 AM – Group Hike to the Tri-State Peak
• Meet at the information tent at Gap Creek Coffee
• Guided by Ericka with the Cumberland Gap Trail Alliance
•Iron Furnace to Tri-State Peak: Out & Back, 2.5 miles, 675ft elevation gain

Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or just getting started, this is a great opportunity to connect with fellow outdoor enthusiasts and experience one of the region’s most iconic trails.

Bring water, wear comfortable hiking shoes, and come celebrate National Trails Day with us!

Tri-State Peak Trail on AllTrails
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/tennessee/tri-state-peak-trail?sh=lsodue&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality

05/17/2026

🌿 What an incredible day! 🌿

We had an amazing turnout today, and we want to sincerely thank everyone who came out and joined us for “Plant Identification While Hiking – Nature’s Gifts All Around.”

A very special thank you goes to The Empirical Herbalist for sharing her time, wisdom, and passion for the natural world with our community. We also want to thank Cumberland Gap National Historical Park for working with us to make this happen.

We hope this presentation inspired people to step outside, explore the trails, and gain a deeper appreciation and respect for the plants, trees, fungi, and natural beauty that surround us every day.

Thank you all for supporting the Cumberland Gap Trail Alliance — we can’t wait to see you at future events! 🌱

05/15/2026

🚨SEE YOU SATURDAY 5/16/2026 at 11AM🚨

🌿 Free Presentation INDOOR: Plant Identification While Hiking - Nature’s Gifts All Around 🌿

Join the Cumberland Gap Trail Alliance for a special free community program featuring The Empirical Herbalist at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park.

📅 Saturday, May 16, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM
📍 Visitor Center Auditorium
100 Pinnacle View Rd, Middlesboro, KY

🌱 About the Presentation
“Plant Identification While Hiking – Nature’s Gifts All Around”

Nature provides us with the most glorious and abundant 3-dimensional canvas of art. Surrounded by her sights and sounds, we are often overwhelmed at all there is to experience.

We’ve all been hiking and stopped to look at a flower, mushroom, or tree and wondered—what is that, and what can I learn from it?

In this engaging session, The Empirical Herbalist will guide us through identifying both common and lesser-known plants found across our mountains and valleys, while exploring what these plants offer to us and the natural world around us.

Whether you are a seasoned nature enthusiast or just beginning to explore the outdoors, there is something in this presentation for you.

🪴 Event Details
• Held in the Visitor Center Auditorium
• Ample parking available on site
• Fully accessible facility (elevator + accessible restrooms)
• Comfortable attire recommended
• Light jacket suggested for indoor temperature variations

This program invites you to slow down, look closer, and rediscover the quiet knowledge rooted in the natural world around us.

05/15/2026

🌿 Free Presentation: Plant Identification While Hiking 🌿

Nature’s Gifts All Around

Join the Cumberland Gap Trail Alliance for a special free community program featuring The Empirical Herbalist at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

📅 Saturday, May 16, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM
📍 Visitor Center Auditorium
100 Pinnacle View Rd, Middlesboro, KY

🌱 About the Presentation
“Plant Identification While Hiking – Nature’s Gifts All Around”

Nature provides us with the most glorious and abundant 3-dimensional canvas of art. Surrounded by her sights and sounds, we are often overwhelmed at all there is to experience.

We’ve all been hiking and stopped to look at a flower, mushroom, or tree and wondered—what is that, and what can I learn from it?

In this engaging session, The Empirical Herbalist will guide us through identifying both common and lesser-known plants found across our mountains and valleys, while exploring what these plants offer to us and the natural world around us.

Whether you are a seasoned nature enthusiast or just beginning to explore the outdoors, there is something in this presentation for you.

🪴 Event Details
• Held in the Visitor Center Auditorium
• Ample parking available on site
• Fully accessible facility (elevator + accessible restrooms)
• Comfortable attire recommended
• Light jacket suggested for indoor temperature variations

This program invites you to slow down, look closer, and rediscover the quiet knowledge rooted in the natural world around us.

Free Presentation: Plant Identification While Hiking – Nature’s Gifts All Around

The Cumberland Gap Trail Alliance will host a special free presentation at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park.

Nature is full of discoveries waiting just beyond the trail. In this program, participants will learn to identify both common and lesser-known plants found throughout the region while exploring their traditional uses and relationships with the natural world. Whether you are an experienced outdoor enthusiast or simply curious about the plants around you, this presentation offers something for everyone.

Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Cumberland Gap National Historical Park Visitor Center

05/13/2026

🌿 Free Presentation: Plant Identification While Hiking – Nature’s Gifts All Around 🌿

Join the Cumberland Gap Trail Alliance for a special free community program featuring The Empirical Herbalist at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

🗓️Saturday, May 16, 2026

🕚 11:00 AM

📍 Visitor Center Auditorium
100 Pinnacle View Rd, Middlesboro, KY

🌱 About the Presentation

“Plant Identification While Hiking – Nature’s Gifts All Around”
Nature provides us with the most glorious and abundant 3-dimensional canvas of art. Surrounded by her sights and sounds, we are often overwhelmed at all there is to experience.

We’ve all been hiking and stopped to look at a flower, mushroom, or tree and wondered—what is that, and what can I learn from it?
In this engaging session, The Empirical Herbalist will guide us through identifying both common and lesser-known plants found across our mountains and valleys, while exploring what these plants offer to us and the natural world around us.

Whether you are a seasoned nature enthusiast or just beginning to explore the outdoors, there is something in this presentation for you.

🪴 Event Details
• Held in the Visitor Center Auditorium
• Ample parking available on site
• Fully accessible facility (elevator + accessible restrooms)
• Comfortable attire recommended
• Light jacket suggested for indoor temperature variations
This program invites you to slow down, look closer, and rediscover the quiet knowledge rooted in the natural world around us.

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05/08/2026

🌿 Free Presentation: Plant Identification While Hiking 🌿

Nature’s Gifts All Around

Join the Cumberland Gap Trail Alliance for a special free community program featuring The Empirical Herbalist at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park.

📅 Saturday, May 16, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM
📍 Visitor Center Auditorium
100 Pinnacle View Rd, Middlesboro, KY

🌱 About the Presentation
“Plant Identification While Hiking – Nature’s Gifts All Around”

Nature provides us with the most glorious and abundant 3-dimensional canvas of art. Surrounded by her sights and sounds, we are often overwhelmed at all there is to experience.

We’ve all been hiking and stopped to look at a flower, mushroom, or tree and wondered—what is that, and what can I learn from it?

In this engaging session, The Empirical Herbalist will guide us through identifying both common and lesser-known plants found across our mountains and valleys, while exploring what these plants offer to us and the natural world around us.

Whether you are a seasoned nature enthusiast or just beginning to explore the outdoors, there is something in this presentation for you.

🪴 Event Details
• Held in the Visitor Center Auditorium
• Ample parking available on site
• Fully accessible facility (elevator + accessible restrooms)
• Comfortable attire recommended
• Light jacket suggested for indoor temperature variations

This program invites you to slow down, look closer, and rediscover the quiet knowledge rooted in the natural world around us.

04/23/2026

Happy Earth Day from the Cumberland Gap Trail Alliance! 🌎🌿

Today we want to say thank you to everyone who has joined us—whether you’ve come out for outdoor adventures, volunteered at cleanups, supported our trail programs, made donations, or simply cheered us on along the way. Your support helps keep our trails thriving and our natural spaces protected.

Earth Day is a great reminder that even the small things matter. Keep picking up litter, staying on marked trails, respecting wildlife, and encouraging others to care for the outdoors we all love.

Together, we can continue to protect our planet and preserve these beautiful places for generations to come. 💚

04/18/2026

What a great day at the Avondale Park cleanup with Responsible Stewardship and the Cumberland Gap National Historical Park! 🌿

We had an amazing turnout, collected a a lot of trash, and definitely left the park better than we found it. It was a morning full of hard work, plenty of laughs, and even a few new friendships made along the way.

Thank you to everyone who came out to help support our community and keep the area beautiful—you all made a difference!💚🌎