- Allen
- Auglaize
- Crawford
- Darke
- Defiance
- Erie
- Fulton
- Hancock
- Hardin
- Henry
- Huron
- Logan
- Lorain
- Lucas
- Mercer
- Morrow
- Ottawa
- Paulding
- Putnam
- Richland
- Sandusky
- Seneca
- Shelby
- Van Wert
- Williams
- Wood
- Wyandot
Back in 1872, two boys looking for their lost dog fell through a sink hole and dropped into what would later become known as the Level 1 cavern. Fortunately, the boys and their dog were able to crawl back out and tell others of their discovery. What they discovered became an immediate attraction as word spread about the "Crack in the Earth." Over the years travelers would stop and with lit torches explore caves and perhaps carve their initials into the stone. Today Seneca Caverns is protected and enjoyed by 1000s of visitors each year.
If you're expecting to see really large caverns with those big stone icicles hanging down (stalactites) you won't find them here. Many years ago there were some, but visitors knocked them off and kept them as souvenirs. What you will find is a lot of interesting geologic stuff the fact that somehow all of that rock doesn't just come crashing down will boggle your mind. There is lots of climbing through what appears to be large cracks (which they are) as the guided tour descends down through the various cavern levels. At the bottom of level (which varies depending on water levels) is a pool. After reflecting deep thoughts on the mysteries of nature, the tour retraces its steps back to the surface through a different hole and the gift shop. If you haven't seen Seneca Caverns, you'll enjoy the trip and the walk. Not especially recommended for people with any type of walking impairments.
Tour groups are kept small and your guide will be your best friend and your way out. Enjoy!
Visitors to the cave should remember this is a natural cave and conditions inside the cave can change from time to time. While temperature inside the cave remains relatively constant, moisture and water levels can change depending on the weather. Parts of the cave can be dangerous and some areas have low ceilings which may be a problem for tall folks. Where good walking shoes.
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