Gap Cave Tours (formerly known as Cudjo's Cave)
Alert! A disorder known as White-Nose Syndrome is killing hundreds of thousands of bats throughout the eastern United States and has been found in park caves. Evidence suggests that the fungus that causes the disorder may possibly be spread by humans who venture into different caves. Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing that have not been in other caves or footwear and clothing that have been properly decontaminated....
Link to White Nose Syndrome information site
Join park rangers on an exciting two-hour adventure exploring this majestic underground cathedral! Discover glistening stalagmites and flowstone cascades. You might even catch a glimpse of a bat or salamander.
Guided tours are offered from April 21 to September 30.
All Gap Cave Tours start at 10 a.m.
May 29 - August 13 - every day
August 14 - September 30 - every Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday; Saturday, August 5th; Saturday, August 19th.
How to participate in a Gap Cave Tour:
REQUIRED! Make a reservation, by noon the day before desired tour date
Come to visitor center and pay for your tour at least 30 minutes before your tour starts
Meet at Daniel Boone Parking and Exhibit Area at least 15 minutes before your tour starts
Important things to know for a safe and enjoyable Gap Cave Tour:
Tours consist of 1.5 miles of moderately strenuous exploration of 3 cave levels via 183 stairs
Wear closed toe, closed heel, comfortable shoes
Visitors with health or mobility concerns should carefully consider their limitations
Tours are open to ages 5 and up only
If no reservations have been booked by noon the day before the tour, it will be canceled
Reservations are accepted by phone or in person only between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily
Reservations can be made up to 1 month in advance by calling the visitor center at 606-248-2817
Tours are limited to 20 people
Tours are subject to change due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances
Those who are sick, have Covid 19 symptoms, or have been exposed to someone with Covid 19 symptoms should not participate in the tour
Ticket prices:
Adults - $8.00
Interagency Senior Pass - $4.00
Interagency Access Pass - $4.00
Children ages five through twelve - $4.00
Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service