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Linville Caverns


Courtesy of Linville CavernsSome of the most fascinating geological formations in the North Carolina mountains are not above ground, but rather beneath the surface at Linville Caverns, located near Marion, North Carolina. Over eons, incredible "rooms" and fanciful underground labyrinths have been carved in the subterranean rock by slowly moving groundwater.
 
The Linville Caverns are located deep beneath Humpback Mountain in the beautiful Linville Valley and have been the source of many mysteries and legends prior to their exploration. Stories of fish swimming out of the mountain led early curious explorers to discover the extensive caverns and underground streams in the 1800s.
 
Since their discovery, the Linville Caverns have been the focus of extensive research on their geological composition, the biology of species living there, their history and the folklore that has grown up around them.
Today, the Linville Caverns are privately owned and offer visitors a safe and comfortable trip into this spectacular subterranean world with level pathways, custom designed lighting and frequent guided tours.

Linville Caverns Hours of Operation
The Linville Caverns are open daily from March through November, with guided tours leaving just minutes apart. Hours vary by month:
 
June through Labor Day:                       9:00 am - 6:00 pm daily
April, May, September, October:           9:00 am - 5:00 pm daily
November and March:                            9:00 am - 4:30 pm daily
December - February:                            9:00 am - 4:30 pm (weekends only)
 
The Linville Caverns are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
 
Linville Caverns Admission Fees
Admission rates are: $6.00 for adults; $4.00 for children ages 5-12; and $4.50 for seniors. Discounted rates are offered for groups of 25 or more.
*Prices are subject to change without notice & from what is listed on this website.

Linville Caverns Location
From I-40, take Exit 85 to Marion, then follow US 221 north 18 miles to the Caverns. From the Blue Ridge Parkway, exit at Milepost 305.2 (marked Linville Falls Village) and head south on US 221 to the Caverns.
 
Linville Caverns
PO Box 567
Marion, North Carolina 28752
828-756-4171 or 800-419-0540
http://www.linvillecaverns.com/