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Mammoth Cave National Park

Rolling hills, deep river valleys, and the world's longest known cave system. Mammoth Cave National Park is home to thousands of years of human history and a rich diversity of plant and animal life, earning it the title of UNESCO World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Region.

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Photos

A cascade of water pours over a rock ledge. Green foliage is in the background.
The sound of falling water welcomes visitors into the natural entrance of Mammoth Cave.
A long staircase travels down a slope into the dark cave opening.
The Historic Entrance to Mammoth Cave has welcomed explorers for centuries.
A long cave passage with an oval shape.
The network of cave passages in the Mammoth Cave system stretches over 400 miles.
A small white church building with yellow flowers in the foreground.
Three historic church structures still stand, shedding light on the pre-park communities that once existed here.
A wooden boardwalk leads into the forest.
The half-mile Heritage Trail leads to panoramic views of the Green River.
A view of a river valley with hills covered in trees. A blue sky with white clouds stands above.
Rolling hills and valleys can be seen from many of the overlooks in the park.
A large stacked stone pillar reaches the flat ceiling containing signatures in a cave passage.
Over two hundred years of guided tours leads to the history of Mammoth Cave.

Activities

  • Astronomy
  • Stargazing
  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Backcountry Camping
  • Canoe or Kayak Camping
  • Car or Front Country Camping
  • Horse Camping (see also Horse/Stock Use)
  • Group Camping
  • RV Camping
  • Caving
  • Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Food
  • Dining
  • Picnicking
  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Hands-On
  • Hiking
  • Backcountry Hiking
  • Front-Country Hiking
  • Horse Trekking
  • Horse Camping (see also camping)
  • Horseback Riding
  • Paddling
  • Canoeing
  • Canoe or Kayak Camping
  • Kayaking
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Wildlife Watching
  • Park Film
  • Shopping
  • Bookstore and Park Store