Missouri is truly the cave state, with 5,550 registered and mapped "wild" caves. Camden, Miller and Morgan counties, which surround the Lake of the Ozarks, are home to 300 of these wild caves.
Show caves area"wild" caves that have been "tamed" through tremendous work and expense. Paved walkways, bridges and hand rails have been constructed, and lights have been installed for the convenience of viewing natures underground beauty with little effort and very safely. No special clothing or equipment necessary.
Want -to-be spelunkers can experience geology, hydrology and anthropology in these underground classrooms, where the temperature stays 50 to 60 degrees year round. So come and enjoy.
Bridal Cave
Jacob Cave
Bridal Cave
Bridal Cave and Thunder Mountain Park
Centuries age, the Osage Indians discoveed the pristine beauty that lies beneath Thunder Mountain. Local folklore tells of the legendary Indian Wedding ceremony held in the cave in the early 1800's. Today, this magnificent natural wonderland is called Bridal Cave.
Located North of Camdenton, Missouri on Hwy 5 or on the Lake at the 10.5mm on the Big Niangua Arm, this underground beauty is open year round.
Winter 9 am to 4 pm Spring & Fall 9 am to 5 pm Summer 9 am to 6 pm
General Admission
Adults (ages 13 and up) $10.00 Children (ages 5 through 12) $7.00
Jacob's Cave was the first commercialized cave in the Lake of the Ozarks area and was opened for tourists in 1932. At that time wooden planks were used for walkways and kerosene lanterns for light. Evidence of six ice ages and three earthquakes can be seen in the cave. The temperature remains a constant 53 degrees inside the cave.
Located between Versailles and Gravios Mills off Missouri Hwy 5, on State road TT, is the largest cave in the Lake area and is the only walk through cave in Missouri that is completely accessible to persons with disabilities. Baby strollers and wheel chairs are available for those who need them.
