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Travertine shelfstone inside Endless Caverns, VirginiaPhoto: James St. John, CC BY 2.0

Endless Caverns

New Market, VA
55°F
inside, all year
75 min
on the main tour
$30
adult ticket

A seasonal cave in New Market, Virginia with 75-minute guided tours of just under a mile at 55°F, open late March to mid-November.

The story

Endless Caverns was discovered in 1879 by two young boys exploring the area. The name comes from the belief that the cave system extends far beyond what has been explored. The caverns have attracted geologists, explorers, and tourists eager to witness its formations. Parts of the cave system remain unexplored despite being open to the public for over a century.

Found
1879

History source: endlesscaverns.com.

Tickets and timing

Adults
$30
Kids
$17 (ages 4–12), free for 3 and under
How long it takes
About 75 minutes
Hours
Late March–mid-November. Spring and fall tours at 10am, noon, 2pm and 4pm; summer hourly 10am–4pm.
Booking
Tickets can be booked online via 'Book Cavern Tours Now'.

Getting around underground

The walk
Just under 1 mile with multiple staircases.
Wheelchairs
Not accessible.
Strollers
No strollers or back carriers/slings.

Dogs, weather and what to wear

Dogs
No pets on the tour (the cabins are pet-friendly).
Temperature
55°F / 12°C year-round

Good to know

Best time to go
Spring and fall are best due to mild weather; summer offers a cool escape; the cave is open year-round.
Wildlife
The caverns provide a natural habitat for several bat species.
On site
RV sites, Cabins, Swimming pool, Pet friendly, Hiking and biking trails, Camp store and gift shop, Fishing

Getting there

Washington, DCRichmondRoanoke

1800 Endless Caverns Road, New Market, VA 22844

Directions in Google Maps

Distances are straight-line from each city center.

Before you go

  • Lower rates for resort guests, groups of 15+ and local residents.

Questions people ask

How long does a visit to Endless Caverns take?

About 75 minutes

How cold is it inside Endless Caverns?

55°F / 12°C year-round.

Can you visit Endless Caverns in a wheelchair?

Not accessible.

Are dogs allowed at Endless Caverns?

No pets on the tour (the cabins are pet-friendly).

Do you need to book Endless Caverns in advance?

Tickets can be booked online via 'Book Cavern Tours Now'.

When was Endless Caverns discovered?

1879, according to the cave's own history.

Where is Endless Caverns?

1800 Endless Caverns Road, New Market, VA 22844

Listed in: caves with camping or lodging

Checked on 2026-10-22 against endlesscaverns.com (caverns page). Prices and hours change, so confirm on the official site before you drive out.

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