There's A Cave Right Next To An Adventure Park In Kentucky, Making For A Fun-Filled Family Outing
By Sarah McCosham|Published August 29, 2022
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Mammoth Cave National Park is a world-renowned attraction and bucket-list experience for many, but just because it’s such a superlative destination doesn’t mean that it’s not accessible for families. Quite the contrary; in addition to accessible, family-friendly tours and above-ground excursions offered at this national park, there is a massive adventure park and campground located right next to Mammoth Cave, making for the most epic, fun-filled family outing in Kentucky.
The longest underground cave system in the entire planet is in Kentucky, and Mammoth Cave truly is a must-visit for all Kentuckians, old and young.
Not only is Mammoth Cave a national treasure, acknowledged by its designation as a National Park, but it's also recognized as the longest, most biologically diverse cave system on the planet. Each year, two million people venture to central Kentucky to behold this spectacular underworld, and the best part is, Mammoth Cave is an accessible adventure for families.
Myriad tour options are available at Mammoth Cave, from the kids-only Trog Tour (pictured) to the Domes & Dripstones Tour, the latter of which is perfect for older families.
Situated just minutes from Mammoth Cave is Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park. The Disney World of Kentucky campgrounds, Jellystone Mammoth Cave is the ultimate family getaway.
Jellystone Park™ at Mammoth Cave, 950 Mammoth Cave Rd, Cave City, KY 42127, USA
This place is a destination in and of itself, and makes a wonderful "home base" for your Mammoth Cave adventures. During the summer, a pool and inflatable adventure park keep kids busy...