Accessibility at Cumberland Mountain
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    Cumberland Mountain Accessibility

    At Tennessee State Parks, we serve a variety of visitors including individuals with physical disabilities and those who may face other barriers to outdoor recreation. With a focus on accessibility, we continually strive to enhance our parks to better accommodate all visitors. Learn more about accessible features, amenities, programs, and services offered.

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    All-Terrain Wheelchairs

    All-terrain wheelchairs are specialized wheelchairs designed to navigate a wide range of terrains that may be encountered in outdoor environments.

    These are important to park visitors because they provide individuals with mobility impairments the opportunity to access and enjoy outdoor recreation areas that might otherwise be inaccessible.  

    Each park with an all-terrain wheelchair offers trail experiences that can accommodate this specialized wheelchair. The chairs are free to the public and available for both children and adults. The chairs can be operated independently and offer the option of allowing caretaker control. 

    To help us serve our visitors better, we kindly ask that you give us advance notice if you’d like to use a wheelchair. While it is possible to request a chair upon arrival, there is a possibility that the chair may already be reserved for another guest. Advanced requests ensure the availability of wheelchairs and make your experience even more enjoyable.  

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    Byrd Lake Trail Hiking

    Take a stroll around Byrd Lake and enjoy sounds of songbirds and waterfowl viewing.

    This 0.5-mile paved trail of porous pavement leads to a foot bridge at the boat dock. Wheelchair-friendly parking near the trailhead is in the Visitor Center parking lot.  

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    Accessible Facilities

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      Visitor Center

      The Visitor Center is the perfect place to commemorate your trip to the park with a souvenir. Visit the gift shop inside to browse T-shirts, stickers, and more.  Wheelchair-friendly restrooms are located at the Visitor Center with parking in front of the building. 

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      Recreation Lodge

      The Recreation Lodge is a large space available for rent equipped with a stage, fireplace, and wheelchair-friendly restrooms. The capacity ranges from 150-225 people depending on the set-up of the space. For more information about this venue, click the link below.

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    Historic CCC Museum

    Learn about how Cumberland Mountain State Park became the park you know and love at the Historic CCC Museum. The museum offers a look into the park’s historical significance and tells the story behind the park architecture born from the era. A wheelchair-friendly restroom can be found inside. Parking for the museum is shared with the restaurant, Homestead Harvest. 

    The Restaurant at Cumberland Mountain

    Come dine at our restaurant to enjoy a variety of family favorites after a stroll in the park. The airy atmosphere, comfortable seating, and outdoor patio offer beautiful views of Byrd Lake. On-site catering and event space are available! Call The Restautant for more information. View the menu and hours of operation by clicking the link below. Parking is located in front with wheelchair-friendly spaces that provide sidewalk access to both The Restaurant and the Historic CCC Museum. 

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    Overnight Accommodations

    Keep in mind that limited numbers of ADA-accessible lodge rooms, cabins, and campsites are available, so it is best to make reservations as far in advance as possible. For those who require ADA-accessible accommodation when staying overnight, it is important to make a specific request when booking a reservation and contact us directly at 1-888-867-2757 to reserve an ADA-accessible accommodation. 

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      Cumberland Mountain State Park offers eight ADA accessible campsites.

      Campsites 1, 49, 72, 77, 129, 131, and 133, as well as The Restaurant at Cumberland Mountain, The Recreation Lodge, Shelter 1, and Shelter 2 are all ADA accessible.

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      • Brown cabin in a leafless forest with a paved driveway and a blue sign.

      Sitting upon the Cumberland Plateau, the Cumberland Mountain State Park cabins offer an opportunity for relaxation with an overnight stay.

      Standard Cabin 15, Deluxe Cabin 21, and Deluxe Cabin 22 are wheelchair-friendly and should be specifically requested when making a reservation. To book your overnight accommodations and learn more about our cabins, see the link below.   

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    Have Questions? Need Accommodations?

    We're here to help.

    If you have any questions, comments, require special accommodations, or need assistance with interpretive services and events for someone in your party, we're here to help.  

    To fulfill reasonable requests for assistance, we kindly ask that you reach out to the Park Office  at least 10 days before your visit. This will enable us to make the necessary arrangements to provide you with an enjoyable park experience. Provide us with details about your needs so we can be well-prepared.