Mercer Caverns Tour

The walking distance of the tour is about a quarter of a mile. This distance is not covered all at once. There are several stops along the tour route where the guide will talk about the history and geology of the caverns and answer questions. The tour descends into the caverns to a low point of about 161 feet below the surface. This is the equivalent of a 16 story building. Currently, the lowest known point of the caverns is about 192 feet below the surface. The tour is moderately strenuous, mainly… Show more on the way out, due to the steepness of the stairs. Remember you will be climbing up stairs equivalent to a 16-story building but there will be stops along the way so it is not one continuous climb. Cave tours last about 45 minutes. For more details about the tours and what to expect, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page on the website.

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