Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site

Dr. Thomas Walker led the first expedition through Cumberland Gap in 1750. Near the river which he named the Cumberland, Walker built a cabin, a replica of which stands on the site today. 12 acre park, mini-golf, gift shop, picnic shelters, playground, lighted basketball court, variety shows throughout the year. Park grounds are open year round, facilities are seasonal.

Tourism Information
Category: 
Outdoor Adventures
Historical Adventures
Sub-Category: 
Golfing
Corridor: 
First Frontier
Address
Address: 
4929 KY 459
City: 
Barbourville
State: 
KY
Zip Code: 
40906
County: 
Knox
Contact
Phone: 
606-546-4400
Fax: 
606-546-4400
Email: 

Thomaswalker2ky.gov

Website: 

Parks.ky.gov

Misc
Pets: 
Yes
Handicap: 
Yes
Photos
Picture: 
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