Mammoth Cave National Park

National Park Service, Kentucky.

Rolling hills, deep river valleys, and the world's longest known cave system. Mammoth Cave National Park is home to thousands of years of human history and a rich diversity of plant and animal life, earning it the title of UNESCO World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Reserve.

Camping and Day Use

• Houchin Ferry Campground
• Mammoth Cave Campground
• Mammoth Picnic Shelters
• Maple Springs
• Mammoth Cave Backcountry Camping

Activities and Experiences

• Mammoth Cave National Park Tours

Nearby Activities

• Biking
• Camping
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Horse Camping
• Horseback Riding
• Paddling
• Swimming

Directions

DO NOT FOLLOW YOUR GPS! From the North: Take Interstate 65 to Exit 53 (Cave City Exit). Turn right onto KY-70. Follow 70/255 as it becomes the Mammoth Cave Parkway in the park. Follow the Mammoth Cave Parkway to the Visitor Center. From the South: Take Interstate 65 to Exit 48 (Park City Exit). Turn left onto KY-255 and follow 255 as it becomes the Park City Road into the park. Follow Park City Road until it joins the Mammoth Cave Parkway; turn left. Follow the Mammoth Cave Parkway to the Visitor Center.

Additional Information

• Mammoth Cave National Park Official Website
• Mammoth Cave National Park Map

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