Lost World Caverns

Lewisburg, WV

52°F

inside, all year

120 ft

below the surface

45 min

on the main tour

$14

adult ticket

A self-guided cave near Lewisburg: a half-mile loop 120 feet underground with 350 steps, at a constant 52°F.

The story

Lost World Caverns was discovered in 1942. The cave features rock formations and a self-guided tour covering a half-mile loop. A prehistoric cave bear's remains were discovered within the cavern in 1967. Bob Addis sat on the War Club stalagmite for nearly 16 days to get his name in the Guinness Book of World Records.

Found: 1942

History source: lostworldcaverns.com.

What you'll see

The Snowy Chandelier
The Bridal Veil
War Club

Tickets and timing

Adults: $14
Kids: $8, small children free
How long it takes: 45 minutes to an hour
Hours: Memorial Day–Thanksgiving daily 9am–5pm; other months 10am–4pm (weekends only January–February).
Booking: Tickets online; gem mining can be added.

Getting around underground

The walk: Half-mile trail with 350 steps, 120 ft below the surface. Self-guided.

Dogs, weather and what to wear

Temperature: 52°F year-round

Good to know

Minimum age: General admission: all ages; Wild Cave Tour: ages 10+
Photos: Photography is allowed.
Food and drink: A large picnic area is available; visitors may bring their lunch. Snacks and water are provided on the Wild Cave Tour, and a hot lunch is provided.
On site: natural history museum, gift shop, gemstone mining, picnic area, showers (wild cave tour)

Getting there

907 Lost World Rd, Lewisburg, West Virginia 24901

Roanokeabout 48 miles
Raleighabout 174 miles

Directions in Google Maps

Distances are straight-line from each city center.

Before you go

Stay on the trail.
Bring a light jacket and good shoes.

Questions people ask

How long does a visit to Lost World Caverns take?

45 minutes to an hour

How cold is it inside Lost World Caverns?

52°F year-round.

Do you need to book Lost World Caverns in advance?

Tickets online; gem mining can be added.

When was Lost World Caverns discovered?

1942, according to the cave's own history.

Is there a minimum age for Lost World Caverns?

General admission: all ages; Wild Cave Tour: ages 10+

Where is Lost World Caverns?

907 Lost World Rd, Lewisburg, West Virginia 24901

Listed in: self-guided caves

Checked on 2026-10-22 against lostworldcaverns.com (home and cave tour pages). Prices and hours change, so confirm on the official site before you drive out.