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Ohio's Largest and Most Beautiful Cavern. Tours take guests through two different parts of the cavern. The Historic Tour begins at the site of discovery and includes the area that was originally explored from 1897 to 1925. The Natural Wonder Tour takes guests on a 1 mile walk through parts discovered after 1925.
- Olentangy Indian Caverns. Distance from Downtown Columbus: 23 miles. Growing up, some of my favorite field trips were to the Olentangy Indian Caverns. I visited with my school and summer camps and it was fun no matter the season.
- Rockbridge State Nature Preserve. Distance from Downtown Columbus: 44 miles. Rockbridge is a marvel of nature. Its name comes from the fact that a rock formation spans across an area creating a bridge.
- Ohio Caverns. Distance from Downtown Columbus: 52 miles. The Ohio Caverns are a marvel that were made from limestone, a little water, and a lot of time. It attracts visitors from all over the nation.
- Rock House in Hocking Hills State Park. Distance from Downtown Columbus: 54 miles. Rock House is the only true cave structure inside of Hocking Hills State Park.
From giant amethyst cathedrals to gemstone jewelry, we have something for everyone in our newly renovated Rock & Gem Shop. Since 1935, Olentangy Caverns has been a gathering spot for school field trips, birthdays, and family-friendly adventures. Every day is a touch-a-truck event with our real, retired fire truck.
Apr 8, 2024 · An awesome adventure is waiting for you an hour away from Columbus. Known as “America’s most colorful Caverns,” Ohio Caverns is the largest in the state. There are over two miles of surveyed passageways that range in depth from 30 feet to 103 feet.
Explore the caverns at your leisure. Seven audio stations and educational plaques share information about local history, geology, and Native American lore. The tour takes 20 - 30 minutes, depending on your pace. There is one stairwell with 58 steps which is the entrance and exit.
- 1779 Home Road Delaware, OH, 43015 United States
- info@olentangycaverns.com
- (740) 548-7917
Descend 105 feet below the surface of the earth, learn ancient lore, play miniature golf, pan for gems and arrowheads, explore exhibits, enjoy the petting zoo, and stay cool in the caverns where it is always 54 degrees. Olentangy Indian Caverns is open April-October.
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We are open rain or shine — every day — during the season. The cave and gift shops are protected from rain. All other activities are outdoors. While some areas have significant tree cover (walking trail, petting zoo) other areas have no cover from the elements (Treasure Hunt Maze).