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Cumberland Caverns, McMinnville, TN

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Cumberland Caverns

Hike 1.5 miles through Tennessee's longest show cave, up to 333 feet below Cardwell Mountain, or catch a concert in its underground Volcano Room.

1437 Cumberland Caverns Road, McMinnville, TN 37110 · McMinnville, TN

About Cumberland Caverns

Cumberland Caverns, near McMinnville, is a National Natural Landmark and one of the longest caves in the country, open for tours since 1956. The 90-minute Discovery walking tour covers about 1.5 miles and more than 350 uneven stone steps, and ends with a video and light show projected onto the Cathedral formation. The 45-minute Cardwell Mountain history tour is easier, with no stairs. Discovery tickets are $32 for ages 13 and up and $25 for ages 5 to 12. Book at least two hours ahead online, since later spots sell in person only. The Volcano Room hosts the Cumberland Caverns Live concert series.

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