California Cavern, State Historic Landmark
Originally called Mammoth Cave, California Cavern was the state's first show cave and is its longest cave system. Here, we specialize in 1-hour walk tours and fabulous caving expeditions.
Our 2-hour Mammoth Cave Expedition available for ages 8 and up is a favorite with scout groups, and features off-trail cave exploring with only cave helmet lights to illuminate the way. It's a fun adventure and the perfect introduction to the sport of caving.
Our more challenging 4-hour Middle Earth Expedition available for ages 16 and up is a true immersion in the sport of caving. Experience mud in a way you never have before, while traversing through passageways and chambers decorated with sparkling crystalline formations in the ceiling above. It's an experience you'll never forget!
A beautiful cave, with an incredible history from California's famous Gold Rush onwards, California Cavern is a state gem. John Muir, founder of the Sierra Club visited in the 1800s and obviously enjoyed his exploration of the cave, writing about it in lyrical detail in his book "Mountains of California" published in 1894.
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