Howe Caverns
A cave in Howes Cave, New York whose 90-minute traditional tour covers 1.25 miles on foot plus a quarter-mile underground boat ride.
Howes Cave, NY, 52°F inside, from $29.50
Caves in New York
4 caves in New York run public tours. Here is what each one is like and how to visit.
Updated 2026-10-22. 4 of 4 checked in full against official sources.
Secret Caverns
A New York cave with hourly guided tours down 103 steps to an underground waterfall that drops 100 feet.
New York, from $20
Natural Stone Bridge and Caves
A self-guided nature park in Pottersville, New York with a stone-step trail into lighted surface caves.
Pottersville, NY, from $22.00
Cave of the Winds
A timed-entry attraction on Goat Island in Niagara Falls State Park that takes you out onto the Hurricane Deck, right beside the falls. Open year-round.
Niagara Falls, NY, from $14
New York caves side by side
| Cave | Inside | Adult ticket | Run by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howe Caverns | 52°F | $29.50 | Privately operated |
| Secret Caverns | not yet checked | $20 | Privately operated |
| Natural Stone Bridge and Caves | not yet checked | $22.00 | Privately operated |
| Cave of the Winds | not yet checked | $14 | State park |
Questions people ask
How many caves can you tour in New York?
4 show caves run public tours. We leave out wild caves that are closed, gated or need a permit.
What should you wear in a cave?
Closed shoes with grip, because paths are often wet. Most caves stay between the high 40s and low 70s °F all year, so a light layer is enough.
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