How long is Cumberland Falls?

1.5 miles, out & back, with about 150 feet of elevation gain — roughly 35 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Cumberland Falls?

It's rated Easy. the Niagara of the South, with a moonbow

Where is Cumberland Falls?

Cumberland Falls is in Kentucky. the Niagara of the South, with a moonbow

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Cumberland Falls

Kentucky

Distance1.5 mi

Est. time~35 min

Elevation gain↗ 150 ft

RouteOut & back

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Cumberland Falls is a easy 1.5-mile out & back hike in Kentucky with about 150 ft of elevation gain. the Niagara of the South, with a moonbow.

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