13 Stunning Ohio Caves You Can and Should Explore

By Scene Staff on Sun, Feb 5, 2023 at 7:41 am

Ohio is home to more than 400 caves and caverns, yet few are open to the public. You can enjoy these 13, however, and get awestruck at their beauty and otherworldliness.

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Lewisburg Haunted Cave

4392 Swishers Mill Rd, Lewisburg,
So many of the other caves on this list are sweet and serene, but Lewisburg Haunted Cave might have you believing in ghosts. Only open in September and October, this bat-filled limestone cave is 80 feet below the ground and has the potential to scare the crap out of you. The drive from Cleveland will take you three hours and 30 minutes. Only visit if you dare.

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Old Man’s Cave

Hocking Hills State Park - 19852 Ohio 664, Logan, 740-385-6517
Hocking 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.

Old Man’s Cave

State Route 664, Logan

Old Man’s Cave is part of Hocking Hills, a Southern Ohio hiking attraction. This natural Ohio cave is cool and peaceful, a perfect escape from bustling city life. Stay a weekend at one of the available cabins, or take a day trip to enjoy this winter wonderland.

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