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Iron-stained limestone wall inside Ohio CavernsPhoto: James St. John, CC BY 2.0

Ohio Caverns

West Liberty, OH
54°F
inside, all year
60
steps on the tour
50 min
on the main tour
$25
adult ticket

A cave 4 miles east of West Liberty with 50-minute tours that change with the season, at a constant 54°F.

The story

The caverns were discovered in 1897. The Historic Tour includes parts of the caverns viewed by visitors from 1897 to 1925. The Historic Tour was re-opened for tours in celebration of the 100 year anniversary of its discovery. The Natural Wonder Tour takes guests through parts discovered after 1925.

Found
1897

History source: ohiocaverns.com.

What you'll see

  • The Crystal King

Tickets and timing

Adults
$25 per tour; summer combo of both tours $38
Kids
$12 (ages 4–12), free for 3 and under
How long it takes
About 50 minutes per tour
Hours
May–Sep 9am–5pm (open holidays). Oct–Apr 10am–4pm, closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Booking
Walk-ups welcome; online tickets reserve a time. Groups of 20+ must book.

Getting around underground

The walk
Natural Wonder Tour: about 1 mile, ramp in and 60 steps out. Historic: 44 steps down, 38 up. Winter Tour: 38 down, 60 up. Railings on all steps.
Wheelchairs
A 25–30 minute Limestone Tour with ramps runs May–Sep for guests with limited mobility; call 937-465-4017 a day ahead.
Strollers
Not recommended: paths are too narrow. Use a chest or back carrier.

Dogs, weather and what to wear

Dogs
Not allowed in the cave. Service dogs are.
Temperature
54°F / 12°C year-round

Good to know

Best time to go
Arrive early to avoid longer wait times.
Food and drink
Pack a lunch and enjoy a picnic.
On site
gift shop, picnic areas, playground, picnic shelters

Getting there

CincinnatiColumbusClevelandToledoDayton

2210 East State Route 245, West Liberty, Ohio 43357

Directions in Google Maps

Distances are straight-line from each city center.

Before you go

  • Flash photos are fine; no video, tripods or selfie sticks.
  • Bring a jacket and closed-toe shoes.
  • Only the Winter Tour runs from October to April.

Questions people ask

How long does a visit to Ohio Caverns take?

About 50 minutes per tour

How cold is it inside Ohio Caverns?

54°F / 12°C year-round.

Can you visit Ohio Caverns in a wheelchair?

A 25–30 minute Limestone Tour with ramps runs May–Sep for guests with limited mobility; call 937-465-4017 a day ahead.

Are dogs allowed at Ohio Caverns?

Not allowed in the cave. Service dogs are.

Do you need to book Ohio Caverns in advance?

Walk-ups welcome; online tickets reserve a time. Groups of 20+ must book.

When was Ohio Caverns discovered?

1897, according to the cave's own history.

Where is Ohio Caverns?

2210 East State Route 245, West Liberty, Ohio 43357

Listed in: wheelchair-accessible caves

Checked on 2026-10-22 against ohiocaverns.com (rates, hours and FAQ pages). Prices and hours change, so confirm on the official site before you drive out.

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