Hidden River Cave & American Cave Museum

Kentucky

TypeOutdoors
CategoryNature Stops

The one-hour cave tour crosses an underground swinging bridge to Sunset Dome and passes remnants of the town's hydroelectric system. The free two-floor museum explains karst, groundwater pollution, and the cave's restoration.

The one-hour cave tour crosses an underground swinging bridge to Sunset Dome and passes remnants of the town's hydroelectric system. The free two-floor museum explains karst, groundwater pollution, and the cave's restoration.

Hours, admission, and access change — confirm with the official source before you plan the detour.

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