The Cave Guide

Cascade Cavern

Kentucky, part of Carter Caves
225
steps on the tour
75 min
on the main tour
$12
adult ticket

The longest regular tour at Carter Caves State Resort Park: three-quarters of a mile with 225 stairs, year-round.

What you'll see

  • 30-foot underground waterfall

Tickets and timing

Adults
$12 (13+)
Kids
$6 (ages 3–12), free for 2 and under
How long it takes
About 75 minutes
Hours
Year-round.
Booking
Tickets only at the park Welcome Center on the day; no advance or online sales.

Getting around underground

The walk
3/4 mile with 225 stairs.
Wheelchairs
Caves are not ADA accessible.

Dogs, weather and what to wear

Dogs
Pets are not permitted on cave tours; only trained service animals are allowed.

Special tours and events

Blacklight tours in summer.

Getting there

LouisvilleLexingtonBowling GreenCincinnatiColumbus

Cascade Cavern is in Kentucky.

Directions in Google Maps

Distances are straight-line from each city center.

Questions people ask

How long does a visit to Cascade Cavern take?

About 75 minutes

Can you visit Cascade Cavern in a wheelchair?

Caves are not ADA accessible.

Are dogs allowed at Cascade Cavern?

Pets are not permitted on cave tours; only trained service animals are allowed.

Do you need to book Cascade Cavern in advance?

Tickets only at the park Welcome Center on the day; no advance or online sales.

Checked on 2026-10-22 against parks.ky.gov (Carter Caves caving page). Prices and hours change, so confirm on the official site before you drive out.

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