Cumberland Falls State Resort
Cumberland Falls State Resort Cumberland Falls State Resort is located in the Daniel Boone National Forest. Known as the "Niagara of the South," the waterfall forms a 125-foot wide curtain that plunges 60 feet into the boulder-strewn gorge below. The mist of Cumberland Falls creates the magic of the moonbow, only visible on a clear night during a full moon. This unique phenomenon appears nowhere else in the Western Hemisphere.
Solid hemlock beams and knotty pine paneling complement the massive stone fireplaces in historic DuPont Lodge. Fifty-two rooms offer beautiful views and full amenities. Open year-round. Rooms are available by late afternoon, check-out by noon, Eastern time. Woodland Rooms Cumberland Falls has special accommodations adjacent to the lodge that offer the privacy of cottages with the convenience of daily maid service. These duplex rooms also feature wet bars and small refrigerators. Woodland Rooms are available by late afternoon, check-out by 11:00 a.m. Eastern time. Cottages The one and two-bedroom cottages have unique appeal. Most cottages have fireplaces. Tableware, cooking utensils, and linens are provided, with fresh linens available daily. Cottages are available by late afternoon, check-out by 11:00 a.m. Eastern time. Camping 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. Seasonal, In 2002, campground and grocery open March 29 - October 31; no advance reservations. Check-out by 2:00 p.m. Eastern time. Rates. Pets are allowed if restrained. Dining Room Experience fine dining in the 300-seat dining room in DuPont Lodge. Admire the view of the river while enjoying Kentucky cuisine and courteous service for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Prime-season dinner hours (5-9 pm) begin March 29 in 2002. Meeting Rooms Cumberland Falls is the ideal location for meetings. A multipurpose building, adjacent to the lodge, can accommodate 350 people. There is a 75-capacity combination meeting-recreation room near the lodge lounge. For smaller groups, a 30-capacity meeting room is located near the dining room. Inquire by Email Dupont Lodge Patio. the perfect place for your wedding. As spectacular as the view that surrounds it, Dupont Lodge Patio offers an inspiring view of the Cumberland River and encircling mountains. The Lodge is a perfect place for your wedding. Let us cater to your guests in our spacious reception halls.
Gift Shop, Snack Shop and Visitor's Center Visit 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 2002, snack shop opens March 29 - October 31. Gift Shop and Visitor's Center open year-round. Transportation Transportation is available with advance request for guests to and from airports at Williamsburg and London, KY (20 and 30 miles respectively) from the park. Bob Blair Museum The Blair Museum, located in the lodge, features Native American artifacts and exhibits relating to area plants, animals, and history. Nature Trails Cumberland Falls is a hiker's paradise with 17 miles of hiking trails that wind through the park to scenic areas. The Moonbow Trail connects with many backpacking trails in the Daniel Boone National Forest. To receive monthly email updates on upcoming programs and activities in Cumberland Falls park from the Naturalist Staff, click on the Request Updates Button. Request Updates Fishing Enjoy fishing in the Cumberland River, where there is an abundance of bass, catfish, panfish, and roughfish. Recreation Area Enjoy tennis, horseshoes or shuffleboard on the outdoor courts near the Woodland Rooms. Overnight guests may check-out sports equipment. Swimming 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 Day - Labor Day. Hours 10-8 through July; 10-6 pmAugust - Labor Day. White Water Rafting White water raftingGuided rafting trips are offered on the Cumberland River. The park arranges the trips through Sheltowee Trace Outfitters. Daily; May - October depending on water levels. Fee is charged. Call 800-541-RAFT (7238). Horse Stables Guided horseback trail rides are available, daily. Open Memorial Day - Labor Day. Open Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays during September and October. Fee is charged. Planned Recreation Your family can enjoy year-round, interpretive programs focusing on native plants, animals, and local history under direction of a full-time recreation specialist. Daily summer activities are conducted by seasonal recreation staff. Picnicking & Playgrounds A picnic area with tables, grills and playgrounds is ideal for family outings. A picnic shelter (without rest rooms) offers tables, grills, water, and electric; it may be reserved for rental up to one year in advance.
Moonbow Dates Visible during clear weather: Jan 16-20, 2003 Jan 5-9, 2004 Jan 23-27, 2005 Feb 14-18, 2003 Feb 4-8, 2004 Feb 22-26, 2005 Mar 16-20, 2003 Mar 4-8, 2004 Mar 23-27, 2005 Apr 14-18, 2003 Apr 3-7, 2004 Apr 22-26, 2005 May 14-18, 2003 May 2-6, 2004 May 21-25, 2005 Jun 12-16, 2003 Jun 1-5, 30, 2004 Jun 20-24, 2005 Jul 11-15, 2003 Jul 1-4, 29-31, 2004 Jul 19-23, 2005 Aug 10-14, 2003 Aug 1-2, 28-31, 2004 Aug 17-21, 2005 Sep 8-12, 2003 Sep 1, 26-30, 2004 Sep 16-20, 2005 Oct 8-12, 2003 Oct 26-30, 2004 Oct 15-19, 2005 Nov 7-11, 2003 Nov 24-28, 2004 Nov 14-18, 2005 Dec 6-10, 2003 Dec 24-28, 2004 Dec 13-17, 2005
Location and Contact Information Cumberland Falls State Resort 7351 Highway 90 Corbin, KY 40701-8814 Phone: (606) 528-4121 Send us e-mail! e-mail icon Toll-free reservations: 1-800-325-0063 Cumberland Falls is 20 miles southwest of Corbin. Take US 25W to KY 90. If traveling south on I-75, take exit 25. If traveling north on I-75, take exit 15. Here is an area map. Destination Map This is a zoomable map. When you click on the map, this frame will go to the MapQuest website, where you can get driving directions and other navigation information. Other Parks Nearby Levi Jackson Wilderness Road State Park is 37 miles northeast. It is off I-75 at exit 38, on US 25 south. General Burnside State Park is 26 miles from the park. Take KY 90 west to US 27 north to Burnside. Area Attractions Check out the Following the Footsteps Region of Kentucky's Daniel Boone Country to find out more about attractions near Cumberland Falls. Park Rates - lodging images are available in rates listing