Cumberland Gap -The Hensley Settlement

About this event

Join Hikers of the Bluegrass for a day trip to hike in Cumberland Gap. The Hensley Settlement is an Appalachian living history museum on Brush Mountain, in Bell County, Kentucky. The settlement is part of the Cumberland Gap National Historical Park. The settlement contains twelve homestead log cabins, a one-room school house, and a blacksmith shop. **TRAIL OVERVIEW** **Location:** Cumberland Gap National Historic Park **The Trail:** Hensley Settlement via Chadwell Gap **Distance:** 8-9 miles **Elevation:** 2191 ft **Route Type:** Out and Back **Difficulty:** Challenging Route **Estimated time:** 4-5 hours **Trail Conditions**: a few rocky sections **Dogs:** are welcome but must be on a leash **No Guests**: due to the difficulty level-members must have their own membership to rsvp **Experience Level** This hike is best suited for hikers who are comfortable with longer distances and uneven terrain. We’ll move at a steady pace and regroup at key points along the route. **Essential Hiking Gear** * Sturdy hiking boots or shoes with good traction * 3 Liters of water, snacks & lunch * backpack to hold gear * Weather-appropriate layers (70-80 degrees) * Trekking poles (optional) * Bug Spray, Sunscreen, & Hat, * First Aid Ki On the way to our trailhead we will stop for breakfast at McDonalds Post Hike Dinner at Cracker Barrel on the way home. If time permits we stop at Pine Mountain State Park to hike Chained Rock. (1/2 mile rated moderate) https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/virginia/hensley-settlement?p=-1&sh=nnytjk&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality **DISCLAIMER** By committing to this event, you acknowledge you have read the following Disclaimer: Meetup organizers/leaders are not guides, nor are they experts. You are solely responsible for your own safety. By signing up for and attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking is an outdoor activity that can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily…