Ohio is home to more than 400 caves and caverns, yet few are open to the public. Even so, we found 13 stunning caves and caverns all around the state that you shouldn't miss this year — once inside these places you’ll be awestruck at their beauty and otherworldliness. For those willing to drive and walk a little — no, there aren’t any natural caves downtown Cleveland — expect an unforgettable adventure.
13 Stunning Ohio Caves You Have to Explore
By Scene Staff on Fri, Apr 21, 2017 at 12:15 pm
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Crystal Cave
978 Catawba Avenue, Put-In-Bay, 419-285-2811What you need to know is there’s a winery here, Heineman’s Winery, that’s been around since the late 1800s. But before you drink all the wine, do go down to Crystal Cave and look at the celestine crystals. They’re magical. The ride from Cleveland takes about two hours and includes a ferry to South Bass Island.
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Crystal Cave
978 Catawba Avenue, Put-In-Bay, 419-285-2811What you need to know is there’s a winery here, Heineman’s Winery, that’s been around since the late 1800s. But before you drink all the wine, do go down to Crystal Cave and look at the celestine crystals. They’re magical. The ride from Cleveland takes about two hours and includes a ferry to South Bass Island.
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Old Man’s Cave
Hocking Hills State Park - 19852 Ohio 664, Logan, 740-385-6517Hocking Hills State Park has quite a few caves and caverns accessible to the public. Old Man’s Cave, named after an actual hermit who used to live here, is one of the most popular and guests can spend hours exploring every nook and cranny. The drive is about three hours away from Cleveland, then take the Grandma Gatewood Trail.
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Old Man’s Cave
Hocking Hills State Park - 19852 Ohio 664, Logan, 740-385-6517Hocking Hills State Park has quite a few caves and caverns accessible to the public. Old Man’s Cave, named after an actual hermit who used to live here, is one of the most popular and guests can spend hours exploring every nook and cranny. The drive is about three hours away from Cleveland, then take the Grandma Gatewood Trail.
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Rock House
Hocking Hills State Park - OH 56, Logan, 740-385-6842Rock House is the only full cave in Hocking Hills State Park, and the only one to feature naturally-made Gothic-Arched windows. It’s stellar main archway will leave you breathless. The drive from Cleveland is about three hours, then take the Rock House Hiking Trail.
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Rock House
Hocking Hills State Park - OH 56, Logan, 740-385-6842Rock House is the only full cave in Hocking Hills State Park, and the only one to feature naturally-made Gothic-Arched windows. It’s stellar main archway will leave you breathless. The drive from Cleveland is about three hours, then take the Rock House Hiking Trail.
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Ohio Caverns
2210 E. State Route 245, West Liberty, 937-465-4017At the Ohio Caverns, explorers traverse more than 100 feet underground through two miles of colorful and Mars-like rock formations. The cavern remains a cool 54 degrees all year round so do remember to bring a jacket. The drive is about three hours away from Cleveland.
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Ohio Caverns
2210 E. State Route 245, West Liberty, 937-465-4017At the Ohio Caverns, explorers traverse more than 100 feet underground through two miles of colorful and Mars-like rock formations. The cavern remains a cool 54 degrees all year round so do remember to bring a jacket. The drive is about three hours away from Cleveland.
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Ash Cave
Hocking Hills State Park - OH 56, Logan, 740-385-6842This is the place to get lost. Take the dog and your lover and go get caught up in the majesty of this overhanging cave. The worse the weather, the fewer tourists you’ll have to deal with along the trail. Part of the Hocking Hills State Park system, the drive from Cleveland is about three hours. Then take the Ash Cave Hiking Trail.
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Ash Cave
Hocking Hills State Park - OH 56, Logan, 740-385-6842This is the place to get lost. Take the dog and your lover and go get caught up in the majesty of this overhanging cave. The worse the weather, the fewer tourists you’ll have to deal with along the trail. Part of the Hocking Hills State Park system, the drive from Cleveland is about three hours. Then take the Ash Cave Hiking Trail.
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