Green River Ferry Temporarily Closed
The Green River Ferry is temporarily closed for several months while repairs are made to its navigational system and support towers which sustained extensive damage during flooding in April 2025.
Mammoth Cave National Park
National Park · KY · US
Places in Mammoth Cave
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RotundaHistoric hub chamber where passages meet and saltpeter history lingersExhibit · Scenic Viewpoint
Mammoth Cave National Park Visitor CenterLaunch point for cave tours, exhibits, and smart trip planningVisitor Center · Exhibit
Cathedral DomesSoaring underground dome seen on guided tours near Frozen Niagara
Frozen NiagaraPhotogenic flowstone waterfall on an easy, ranger-led tour
Mammoth DomeA towering 200-foot vertical shaft showcased on guided cave tours
BroadwayA wide underground avenue packed with history and big rooms
Great Onyx CaveLantern-lit tour of a richly decorated, seldom-offered show caveParking · Restroom
Historic EntranceStoried gateway into Mammoth Cave’s vast underworldScenic ViewpointTrails in Mammoth Cave
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ModerateBig Hollow North LoopFlowy, shaded singletrack with easy climbs and optional challenges5.3 mi · 2 hr
ModerateCedar Sink TrailShort shady loop into a giant sinkhole with a disappearing stream1 mi · 1 hr
EasyHeritage Trail LoopPaved loop to Sunset Point with big Green River views and history0.6 mi · 20 min
ModerateGreen River Bluffs TrailShady ridge walk to river overlooks and a rocky, switchback plunge.1.5 mi · 1 hr
EasyEcho River Spring TrailEasy, accessible loop to see an underground river meet the Green0.7 mi · 18 min
ChallengingBig Hollow South LoopRocky, punchy singletrack loop—best for strong riders, solid hikers4.8 mi · 2 hr
ModerateMammoth Cave Railroad Bike & Hike TrailShady gravel rail-trail with history, rollers, and a few spicy climbs16 mi · 5.5 hr
EasySunset Point TrailBest quick Green River overlook for golden-hour views0.3 mi · 10 minFind wildlife in Mammoth Cave
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White-tailed DeerReports peak in the early morning, around 7 AM226 sightings
Tricolored BatReports peak in the evening, around 8 PM21 sightings
Cave SalamanderReports peak in the early evening, around 6 PM73 sightings
Wild TurkeyReports peak in the early morning, around 7 AM142 sightings
Barred OwlReports peak in the evening, around 7 PM13 sightings
Snapping TurtleReports peak in the late morning, around 11 AM39 sightings
Box TurtleReports peak in the late morning, around 9 AM28 sightings
Turkey VultureReports peak in the afternoon, around noon11 sightingsBefore you go
Browse all alerts →Temporary Closure of Select Trails for Rehabilitation Project
The Old Guides Trail, Heritage Trail, Sunset Point Trail and areas of the Sinkhole Trail are currently closed due to a trail rehabilitation project.
Tickets are required to enter Mammoth Cave
Reservations are strongly recommended. Reservations are the only way to ensure a spot is available for your party. Please plan accordingly by visiting Recreation.gov to secure your tickets in advance. Availability of walk-up tickets is not guaranteed.
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