1930s Cumberland Falls KY Postcard

This striking vintage postcard captures the majestic beauty of Cumberland Falls, often called “The Niagara of the South,” in southeastern Kentucky. Known for its thundering 68-foot drop and misty spray, Cumberland Falls has long been a destination for nature lovers and early travelers seeking America’s hidden wonders. Located within Cumberland Falls State Park, which spans parts of Whitley and McCreary Counties, the site is famous not only for its power and grandeur but for a rare and enchanting spectacle—the moonbow. Visible only on clear, full moon nights, this lunar rainbow is one of the few in the world and draws visitors from across the globe, just as it did when this card was made.