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Mammoth Cave National Park

Mammoth Cave National Park is one of two national parks centered around a cave or cavern. The other is Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico. There is a large area you can explore other than the cave, too. Several paved, and unpaved, roads cross different parts of the park. I mostly explored the areas along the main roads.

Inside the Cave

Over 365 miles have been surveyed in the cave system with more that has not been explored or is inaccessible. There are a wide variety of different ranger-led cave tours available ranging from short family oriented tours to tours designed for the experienced caver who wants to crawl around and explore. The self-led tour of the cave is much more limited than the opportunities at Carlsbad Caverns.

Human History

Joppa Baptist Church

Humans have found uses for Mammoth Cave for thousands of years. Ther are several historic buildings in or near the park. This was the Baptist Church serving the small community of Joppa.

Pros and Cons

In a nutshell:Interesting Cave and History

Last visit to Mammoth Cave National Park: Aug 2010
Intro Updated Dec 27, 2011
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Warning Signs Warnings and Dangers (1)

Please obey all warning signs in the park. They are there for your safety and to protect the park's resources. Do not... more travel advice

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Sports Activities in the Park Sports & Outdoors (1)

There are 55 miles of hiking trails north of the Green River and 23 miles South of the river. I only hiked a few short... more travel advice

Mammoth Cave Baptist Church Cemetery - Mammoth Cave National Park

Mammoth Cave Baptist Church Cemetery Things to Do (20)

There is a cemetery next to the church with a number of historic graves from the mid-1800s. more travel advice

Mammoth Cave Baptist Church - Mammoth Cave National Park

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When I was leaving the park I decided to take Flint Ridge Road instead of the main road leading to the cave. I did this... more travel advice

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hunterV Dec 27, 2011 at 11:52 AM

HI, Jim! This National Park is worth visiting like dozens of others in the US, I am sure!~ Thanks for your detailed and interesting story about it!~