Mammoth Cave National Park
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The world's longest known cave system, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Region, offering diverse tours and above-ground trails.

πŸ“œ World's longest known cave system, UNESCO World Heritage Site.
πŸ” Over 400 miles of passages, explored for thousands of years.

Why Go

πŸ—ΊοΈ Diverse cave tours from adventurous crawls to pioneer-style candlelight.
🚢 85 miles of above-ground trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding.
🏞️ Stunning natural features: sinkholes, waterfalls, bluffs, overlooks.
πŸ›Ά River paddling on Green River with wildlife spotting.

Why Avoid

⚠️ GPS isn't always reliable in the area.
🎟️ Cave tour tickets should be reserved in advance, frequently sell out.

Tips

πŸ‘Ÿ Wear lace-up hiking boots for challenging tours.
πŸ₯ͺ Bring a packed lunch for longer tours like Wild Cave.

Cost

πŸ’° Fee for cave tours, surface programs are free.

Hours

πŸ•’ Park open 24/7; services and cave tours have limited hours.

Last updated 9 days ago

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