Quick Summary:
- Caves may not be the first thing that come to mind when you think of Iowa, but the state has several interesting caves and cave systems.
- Whether you are looking for a laidback cruise through an underwater cave where the boat does all of the work, or a true spelunking challenge for an experienced caver, Iowa has something to offer everyone.
- The caves can also be a great way to cool off on a warm summer day, as most of them are pleasantly chilly inside.
- Several of the caves even have ice formations for much of the year, which is quite a neat thing to experience.
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