Carter Caves State Resort Park

Carter Caves State Resort Park Your next adventure awaits—come make memories with us!
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Welcome to Carter Caves State Resort Park! 🌲 Explore 28 cozy lodge rooms, 11 charming cabins, serene camping spots, breathtaking hiking trails, and unforgettable cave tours.

🌞 Your Carter Caves Adventure Awaits! 🌞We have an incredible lineup of activities, June 8th - June 14th, including daily...
06/08/2026

🌞 Your Carter Caves Adventure Awaits! 🌞

We have an incredible lineup of activities, June 8th - June 14th, including daily cave adventures like the Bat Cave Wild Tour, free family events like Turtle Talks and Fossil Finders, and even live music underground with the Zach Griffith Band on Thursday! To see the full schedule, check ticket prices, or gear up for our upcoming Underground Pool Party on June 17th, stop by the Welcome Center, visit parks.ky.gov, or call us at (606) 286-7009. 👋🛶

Reminder: Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and closed-toe shoes (no Crocs!) are required for all wild cave tours.

🌕✨ Experience the Full Moon like never before! ✨🌕Join us on September 26, 2026, at 6:30 PM for a Full Moon Sound Bath in...
06/07/2026

🌕✨ Experience the Full Moon like never before! ✨🌕

Join us on September 26, 2026, at 6:30 PM for a Full Moon Sound Bath inside Cascade Cave at Carter Caves State Resort Park.

Guided by Amy Hudson of The Sound Healing Center of Lexington, this unique experience combines the soothing tones of crystal singing bowls with the incredible natural acoustics of Cascade Cave. As the sounds echo through the limestone chambers, you'll have the opportunity to relax, reflect, and immerse yourself in a peaceful evening unlike any other.

🧘 Bring a yoga mat, blanket, or camp chair for comfort.
🌡️ The cave stays around 60°F year-round, so dress accordingly.
💲 Cost: $60 per person
📞 Advance reservations are required. Call (606) 286-4411 ext. 1 to reserve your spot.

Space is limited, so don't wait to sign up for this unforgettable underground experience beneath the light of the full moon.

Thanks to everyone who came out to our Cave-In Movie: A Minecraft Movie last night! ⛏️🍿 We had a great time and loved se...
06/07/2026

Thanks to everyone who came out to our Cave-In Movie: A Minecraft Movie last night! ⛏️🍿 We had a great time and loved seeing so many families and friends enjoying an evening underground with us.

A huge thank you to Carter County Tourism for sponsoring this event and helping make it possible. We’d also like to thank the Friends of Carter Caves for setting up concessions and lending a hand throughout the evening.

We appreciate everyone who helped make the night a success, and we hope to see you at our next event! 🦇💚

🦎 Naturalist Find of the Day: Eastern Fence Lizard! 🦎Today’s featured critter is the Eastern Fence Lizard (Sceloporus un...
06/06/2026

🦎 Naturalist Find of the Day: Eastern Fence Lizard! 🦎

Today’s featured critter is the Eastern Fence Lizard (Sceloporus undulatus), a common native reptile found throughout Kentucky. These sun-loving lizards are often seen perched on logs, rocks, and fence posts, where they bask to warm up and keep an eye out for insects to eat.

Eastern Fence Lizards are sometimes nicknamed “pine lizards” and can quickly dart away when startled. Males have bright blue patches on their throats and bellies, especially during the breeding season.

Keep your eyes open on your next hike—you never know what fascinating wildlife you might discover along the trail!

📸 Have you spotted an Eastern Fence Lizard before? Let us know in the comments! 🦎🌿

🦎🕳️ A big thank you to all the little Mudpuppies who joined us for our first Mudpuppy Crawl of the year yesterday! We ha...
06/06/2026

🦎🕳️ A big thank you to all the little Mudpuppies who joined us for our first Mudpuppy Crawl of the year yesterday! We had a blast exploring underground and hope everyone enjoyed getting muddy and discovering the wonders of wild caving. 💙

Interested in signing your own Mudpuppy (ages 6-13) up for an adventure?

Upcoming Mudpuppy Crawls:
📅 June 26 at 6:00 p.m.
📅 July 3 at 10:00 a.m.
📅 July 24 at 10:00 a.m.

These kid-friendly wild cave adventures are just $15 per child. If you’d like to reserve a spot, give us a call at 606-286-7009 and we’ll get your little explorer signed up!

Spots are limited, so don’t wait too long to claim your adventure! 🦎✨

🎣🐟 FREE FISHING WEEKEND FISHING DERBY — TOMORROW! 🐟🎣Looking for a fun way to spend your Saturday morning? Join us tomorr...
06/05/2026

🎣🐟 FREE FISHING WEEKEND FISHING DERBY — TOMORROW! 🐟🎣

Looking for a fun way to spend your Saturday morning? Join us tomorrow, June 6 at 9:00 AM for our Fishing Derby at Carter Caves State Resort Park!

As part of Kentucky’s Free Fishing Weekend, no fishing license is required, making it the perfect opportunity to get outside and enjoy a day on the water. Participants will compete to catch the largest fish by weight, with free cave tour tickets awarded to the winner!

🎣 Limited fishing poles will be available to borrow, but we recommend bringing your own fishing gear and bait if possible.

📍 Meet at the lower parking lot of the swimming pool
⏰ 9:00 AM
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun for all ages!

Grab your family, bring your lucky fishing pole, and we’ll see you at the lake tomorrow morning! 🐠🌞🎣

🌈🎨 Tie-Dye Fun at the Welcome Center! 🎨🌈Looking for a colorful way to spend part of your day? Come out to the Welcome Ce...
06/05/2026

🌈🎨 Tie-Dye Fun at the Welcome Center! 🎨🌈

Looking for a colorful way to spend part of your day? Come out to the Welcome Center and create your own tie-dye masterpiece!

👕 Special Carter Caves tie-dye shirts — $15🧣 Bandanas — $5🛏️ Pillowcases — $5

Pick your colors, make your own unique pattern, and take home a one-of-a-kind creation!

We're at the Welcome Center and ready to help you get creative. Stop by and join the fun!

🌳🍃 Tree I.D. Hike at Carter Caves! 🍃🌳Join us on Monday, June 8th at 2:30 PM for a guided Tree I.D. Hike along the beauti...
06/05/2026

🌳🍃 Tree I.D. Hike at Carter Caves! 🍃🌳

Join us on Monday, June 8th at 2:30 PM for a guided Tree I.D. Hike along the beautiful Natural Bridge Trail! This easy 0.5-mile loop is perfect for all ages and is a great opportunity to learn about the trees that make Eastern Kentucky's forests so unique.

Explore the trail with a naturalist and discover how to identify different tree species by their leaves, bark, and other distinguishing features. Whether you're a beginner or a nature enthusiast, you'll pick up useful tips and skills to help you better understand the forest around you.

📍 Meet on the Welcome Center porch before the hike.
📖 Tree I.D. guides will be available for purchase for $5.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome!

Come enjoy an afternoon of learning, exploration, and the beauty of the outdoors at Carter Caves State Resort Park! 🌲🍂

06/05/2026

It's ! It's time to celebrate these incredibly fragile and fascinating subterranean worlds.

Want to get underground this weekend? Here's some places to enjoy, celebrate, and learn about caves in :

- Carter Caves State Resort Park, https://parks.ky.gov/things-to-do/caving/carter-caves-state-resort-park
- Mammoth Cave National Park, https://www.nps.gov/maca/index.htm
- Onyx Cave, http://www.onyxcave.com/
- Mammoth Onyx Cave (at Kentucky Down Under Adventure Zoo), https://www.kentuckydownunder.com/
- Crystal Onyx Cave, https://crystalonyxcaveky.com/
- Diamond Caverns, http://www.diamondcaverns.com/
- Outlaw Cave, https://jessejamesandoutlawcave.com/
- Hidden River Cave/American Cave Museum, http://www.hiddenrivercave.com/
- Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park, https://parks.ky.gov/things-to-do/caving/dale-hollow-lake-state-resort-park

🎬⛏️ Just 2 Days Away! ⛏️🎬The countdown is on for our Minecraft Cave-In Movie at Cascade Cave!Join us this Saturday, June...
06/05/2026

🎬⛏️ Just 2 Days Away! ⛏️🎬

The countdown is on for our Minecraft Cave-In Movie at Cascade Cave!

Join us this Saturday, June 6th, for a unique underground movie experience. Bring your family and friends and enjoy the Minecraft Movie in one of Kentucky’s most unforgettable settings.

🎟️ Tickets go on sale at 6:00 PM (first come, first served)
🎬 The movie will begin at 7:00 PM
🪑 Bring a chair or blanket for seating
🌡️ The cave stays around 60°F and can be damp, so dress appropriately
🚗 Parking is limited
👥 Attendance is capped at 150 guests
💲 $12 Adults | $7 Children

Don't miss your chance to watch a movie deep inside a cave! Who's ready for an evening of adventure, popcorn, and Minecraft? 🍿⛏️🦇

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344 Caveland Drive
Olive Hill, KY
41164

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