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Horse Cave, Kentucky: Hidden River Cave and American Cave Museum

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Address:
119 E. Main St., Horse Cave, KY
Directions:
I-65 exit 58, then two miles east.
Hours:
Daily 9 am - 5 pm. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
270-786-1466
RA Rates:
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Exhibit of fake cave formations.

Hidden River Cave and American Cave Museum

The town of Horse Cave was literally built around the giant sinkhole of Hidden River Cave. America's most polluted cave was then cleaned up and opened to tourists.

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Hidden River Cave and American Cave Museum

Neat, very informative tour lasts about an hour. Not anything real special inside, but has a lot of history. Be prepared for the exit out which is quite a few stairs and somewhat hard to do in the thin cave air.

[Jessica, 08/06/2013]

Nearby Offbeat Places

Unknown Confederate Soldier MonumentUnknown Confederate Soldier Monument, Horse Cave, KY - 2 mi.
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In the region:
Treasure Trove Park, Cave City, KY - 6 mi.

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