Take A Haunted, Underground Boat Tour In Kentucky For A Spooky Adventure
By Andrea Limke|Published September 07, 2021
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Andrea Limke
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A Cincinnati native who has lived in Kentucky for over 10 years, Andrea's heart belongs both in the Queen City and the Bluegrass State. After earning an education degree and working in that field for a number of years, Andrea began to pursue her passion for writing over 6 years ago. Since then she has written for a number of print and online publications, as well as published a children's book.
Kentucky is a great state to explore, with countless hiking trails, rivers, lakes, mountains, and more. But those adventures in the daylight aren’t the only ways to see our fascinating state. It turns out, there are almost as many adventures to have underground, including caves and abandoned mines. One bucket list-worthy experience in the Bluegrass is a paddle trip with The Gorge Underground in Red River Gorge. And this season, they are offering a haunted boat tour in Kentucky that combines spooky tales with a creepy and exciting destination. And if you can’t snag a ticket to this popular outing, there are many other chances to float underground with this fun-filled group in Kentucky.
The Gorge Underground is an exciting experience in Red River Gorge where you'll get to paddle into an abandoned limestone mine.
This has become quite the popular outing in Kentucky and it's easy to see why. Families and friends love the sense of adventure, but yet the comfort of being led by knowledgeable guides.
Children can be as young as 3 years old for most excursions and able to sit for the hour-long experience, but it's a great adventure for so many ages and abilities.
Even if you've never kayaked or paddle boarded before, the calm water and friendly instructors will help you feel comfortable. And if you really don't want to paddle, you can also book a boat tour where you'll take a ride on a guide-driven vessel.
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This October, The Gorge Underground is spooking things up a bit with the addition of a haunted boat tour in Kentucky for ages 8 and up.
These tours take place every evening in October with times from 5pm to 11pm and they will sell out fast. If you're interested, it's best to book early!
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When you head out on this special, haunted Halloween tour, you'll be treated to the creepy ghost stories of this abandoned mine.
Paranormal activity is the norm in this cave, and when you cruise through it in the pitch black of night - well, it doesn't get much creepier than that.
Beware of zombie miners, frightening music and decor, and other creepy characters. The excursion ends with a walking portion that is bound to be just as spooky.
On all of the wide variety of tours offered by The Gorge Underground, you will be given all of the equipment you need, including a helmet with a light and a life jacket.
The cave is in the 50s all year long, which means these excursions take place through every season. If you can't make it in the fall to get creeped out, just plan an outing this winter and celebrate the holidays with one of the most unique experiences in Kentucky.
Popular times (weekends) tend to fill up fast, so make sure you plan ahead and book your tickets online through the link below.
This would make a great way to celebrate a birthday or upcoming wedding, or even just a memorable way to spend a day in the Bluegrass. Be sure to keep this adventure on your list of things to try in Red River Gorge.
And for the ultimate spooky experience, check out the haunted boat tour in Kentucky aboard the custom built cave boat.
One would argue that any of these tours can be considered a haunted tour as you paddle your way through the mine. But to do it as the clock approaches midnight on an October evening adds a whole new level of fright.
A haunted boat tour in Kentucky sounds like the perfect way to spend an evening in October. The Gorge Underground offers many other paddles and boat tours that take you inside the mine and on an adventure of a lifetime. Have you been on a tour with The Gorge Underground? Would you try it in the pitch black of night? Let us know in the comments!
