Lost Sea
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Enormous lake at the bottom of a unique cave system in Sweetwater, Tennessee.

πŸ“œ America's largest underground lake, part of Craighead Caverns.
πŸ” Registered National Natural Landmark.

Why Go

🌊 Mysterious underground lake
πŸ›Ά Flat-bottom boat ride
πŸ’Ž Rare "cave flowers" (anthodites)
🐟 See large trout
🚢 Explore historical caverns

Why Avoid

πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ 3/4-mile walk on sloping path
⛰️ Walk back up from 140 feet underground can be a hike

Tips

🌑️ Constant 58-degree underground temperature
⏰ Tour lasts about 1 hour and 15 minutes

Cost

πŸ’° Adults $28.95, Children (4-12) $16.95, Seniors $27.95, Military Adult $27.95, Military Child $15.95, Children 3 and under free.

Hours

πŸ•’ Daily, except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

Take Hwy 68 (Lost Sea Pike) east, then turn left onto Lost Sea Road.

Last updated 9 days ago

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