Breaks Interstate Park
Breaks Interstate Park, State park at Virginia-Kentucky border, United States.
Breaks Interstate Park is a protected area on the border between Virginia and Kentucky that extends along the Russell Fork River. The landscape consists of deep gorges with forested slopes, rock walls and narrow waterways cutting through the mountains.
The area served as a passage for pioneers moving west in the 18th century and lay between different settlement territories. The park was established in the 20th century as a joint project by both states to protect the gorge and its surroundings.
The park takes its name from the way the Russell Fork cuts through the Pine Mountains and shows the geological story of the Appalachians. Visitors today can explore the gorges on different trails and learn about the plant life that grows in this region.
The grounds include several viewpoints accessible by road and short walks, as well as longer trails along the gorges. Overnight options range from basic campsites to cabins and a main building with rooms and meals.
The gorge ranks among the deepest east of the Mississippi and draws whitewater paddlers in autumn when controlled water releases downstream create strong currents. The rock formations show layers from different geological periods that remain visible on the walls.
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