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Cumberland Caverns is a show cave located in McMinnville, discovered in 1810 by the land surveyor Aaron Higgenbotham.
Higgenbotham’s Cave quickly became a favorite spot for local adventurers in the 19th century and was open to the public in 1956.
Today there are more than 32 miles of caves and passageways, magnificent underground rock formations, underground waterfalls, dark pools and some spectacularly large underground rooms.
Tours of the caves include a regular daytime walking tour, spelunking tours for more adventurous types, overnight tours, if you are really looking for a thrill, and educational field trips for students.
The caves are also popular venue for unusual weddings, birthday and other parties. A monthly concert called Bluegrass Underground is also held in the Cumberland Caverns, in the cave's Volcano Room.
1437 Cumberland Caverns Rd, McMinnville, TN 37110-4673, Phone: 931-668-4396
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