Fully furnished, the cabins feature electric kitchens. Facilities include water, comfort stations with flush toilets and sinks but no showers or hook-ups. Nighttime is the perfect opportunity to take advantage of the 100-capacity campfire circle where interpretive programs are given on summer weekends. Interpretive Programs - The summer months offer various interpretive programs. Costumed rangers demonstrate aspects of mountain industry, including crafts, black-smithing, spinning and weaving, and basketry.
Rangers give talks at the campfire circle on weekends.
Trails - Trails in the area range from easy to very strenuous. The 10.8 mile Rock Castle Gorge Loop Trail begins at the campground. The moderate Black Ridge Trail and Rocky Knob Picnic Loop Trail both begin at the visitor center, and an easy self-guided trail is located at Mabry Mill. Mabry Mill - The mill complex features a black smithy, wheelwright's shop, and whiskey still, as well as the grist mill. Educational demonstrations and special events are featured during the summer months.