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Pinnacle Overlook Loop Trail

The Pinnacle Overlook Loop Trail at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park is a short 0.4 mile loop hike that brings you above the Pinnacle Overlook Trail for a short nature walk with small views, between the trees, of the surrounding Cumberland Gap valley.

This trail is nothing special during the summer when you cannot get a great views between the trees of the valley, but in the fall and early spring the views from the lookout points are likely a lot better here.

By hiking this trail, you cross from Kentucky, into Virginia, and then back into Kentucky after 0.4 miles.
Explore 5 trails near Middlesboro, KY

Know Before You Go

  • Short 0.4-mile loop trail located at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park in Middlesboro, KY.
  • Offers limited views of the Cumberland Gap valley during summer, but potentially better views in fall and early spring.
  • The trail crosses from Kentucky into Virginia and back into Kentucky.
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Distance
0.4 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Loop
Est. Time
12 min
Elev. Gain
78'
Rating
0.0
Added
September 06, 2017
Updated
October 25, 2018

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Total Change
89'
Ascent
78'
Descent
24'
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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
Dogs

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    36.60663, -83.666863
  2. Main Trailhead

    36.606437, -83.666571

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Availability

Summer

Surface type

Dirt

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0.4 miles / 0.6 km
September 02, 2017
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