Cumberland Falls State Resort Park Travel Guide
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park is a state park in Kentucky. Cumberland Falls State Resort Park is known for a moonbow over the falls.
Right now it is 78°F (26°C) in Cumberland Falls State Resort Park with overcast. It feels like 77°F. Today runs from 61°F to 84°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Cumberland Falls State Resort Park is April, June, July, August and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 86°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 25°F.
The closest major airport is Nashville International Airport (BNA), about 139 mi away. Nearby highlights include Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Mammoth Cave National Park, Chimney Rock State Park and Grayson Highlands State Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 84°F is in line with the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Cumberland Falls State Resort Park today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 36°50′18.2″N 84°20′33.7″W (36.8384, -84.3427)
Weather in Cumberland Falls State Resort Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:05 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌥️ 84° / 61°
Fog · 1% rain · wind 8 mph
☁️ 90° / 62°
Overcast · 5% rain · wind 4 mph
Quick facts about Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | Kentucky |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 36°50′18.2″N 84°20′33.7″W (36.8384, -84.3427) |
| Established | 1931 |
| Known for | a moonbow over the falls |
| Local time | 8:05 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | April, June, July, August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Things to do in Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Cumberland Falls State Resort Park.
Best time to visit Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
Go in April, June, July, August and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville International Airport | BNA | 139 mi | Nashville |
| Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport | ATL | 221 mi | Atlanta |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cumberland Falls State Resort Park?
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park is a state park in Kentucky. Its coordinates are 36.8384, -84.3427. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Cumberland Falls State Resort Park right now?
It is currently 78°F (26°C) with overcast. Humidity is 42% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cumberland Falls State Resort Park?
April, June, July, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cumberland Falls State Resort Park in?
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 8:05 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Cumberland Falls State Resort Park?
The closest airports are Nashville International Airport (BNA), 139 mi away and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 221 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Cumberland Falls State Resort Park?
Popular options include Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Mammoth Cave National Park, Chimney Rock State Park, Grayson Highlands State Park, New River Gorge National Park and Hocking Hills State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 8:05 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
