These caves were very interesting, and beautiful. I had never visited a cavern before and this one was a great first one to visit. It was very easy to get into and did not disappoint. read more

Lost World Caverns - The caverns - Museums Near Me - Lewisburg, West Virginia

The friendly staff and tour ways perfect for all ages. The info signs along the way helped. We enjoyed the gift shop and did the gem mining before leaving. read more

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I am a big fan of caves/caverns so when I see one when I am traveling I try to stop if I can. While in West Virginia we were fairly close to Lost Word so we made the stop. The grounds are nice and have places to picnic and there are llamas. There is a gift shop and that is where you enter and exit and get your tickets. The caverns are pretty neat. Not super large or difficult to walk. Just be warned that there can be large school groups that could impact your visit. read more

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This cavern was awesome! The lighting and easily walkable pathways made for a relatively easy walk through the system, the price was excellent, and you get to go at your own pace, so long as you are in by 4:15 and out by 5. The gift shop also has a great variety of souvenirs, and there is also a bit of history with fossils and stones. Don't forget walk up the hill to see the Natural Entrance from above! read more

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This was the main reason for stopping in Lewisburg, WV. This was a delightful stop on my road trip. The cavern tour is self-guided of a living cave. The admission is decently priced. There are stairs and it is wet so you have to be careful but there are plenty of railings to hold on to. The cave is beautiful. After you walk through there is fantastic gift shop and fossil museum to explore. The items in the gift shop are also decently priced. I found a lot of great gifts for myself and my family. There was a lot more I wanted to buy but had to contain myself somewhat. This is a wonderful place to explore if you're in the area. read more

Today Tony and I drove the 2.5 hrs from Ripley to Lewisburg via the Turnpike to visit Lost World Caverns. With our AARP discount we saved a $1 each, paying only $22 plus taxes to visit the Self-Paced & Self-Guided Tour. This was amazing with several perfect examples of different formations all in one huge open room!! Recently in 2015, they found the bones of a pre-historic bear species that carbon dated back 32,000 yrs!! Absolutely amazing!! There is a Gift shop! Outside there are horses and llamas. They also offer a longer tour that goes about 3miles back into the cavern but there is a lot of crawling and tight places...not the type of tour for my old body..but extremely interesting!!! read more

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Super impressed with this cave system. It was recommended to me by the WV Visitor's center and I went on a whim. The store was full of dinosaur displays, gems and knicknacks to buy. The cave was well lit with stairs and railings. The natural formations of the cave was awesome to see. It took me about an hour to do the store and cave combined. Understand that it is cold in there (51 degrees) and can be wet and muddy since it is a natural attraction. So wear the right shoes and a sweatshirt is handy. read more

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Awesome cavern! Easy to walk around. Fun for all ages. It was beautiful and not to be missed . read more

When you arrive haha you can definitely tell they have live animals around the property; horses, lamas and a loose donkey haha Don't panic or he'll Buck. Quickly get inside! I am LIVING for the shop! SO many crystals ahhh and of all shapes and sizes. Ok now when you get into the cave it's a steep decline so that means, if you are like me it's our worst enemy... stairs. Also a very high incline For personal issues, I almost died haha but like I said personal issues. Um very beautiful cave though but a little more signs of cation would be nice like oh I don't know maybe "watch your head" uh "small space ahead" also a warning about the small/ slippery steps. Other than that, I'm glad I came and glad I pushed myself to walk through the whole thing even though I coulda killed myself haha Again not y'all's fault of course read more

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For $12 and a self-guided experience, It's definitely worth if if you're looking for a convenient little stop and haven't been to a cavern in a while. Be aware that it's along what seems to be the cave corridor, so from our drive north from New River Gorge, it was the first in many other - maybe half a dozen? - caverns off the same road, including Endless Caverns and Skyline Caverns and Shenandoah Caverns. read more

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My 16 yo son and I did the Wild Cave Tour last week and had a great time. Got to do some tight squeezes and crawling through/over mud. Our guide Jacob was very knowledgeable and engaging. The formations in the cave were beautiful to look at. I've done Howe Caverns in NY before and this was significantly better even before entering the "wild" portion. Would highly recommend unless you're significantly claustrophobic. read more

I am here from Arizona visiting and it was a Fun little tour !!! Self guided which is awesome because you can go at your own pace !!

We stopped with our 6 and 9 year old for their first cavern experience. The cavern temperature is in the 50s and we did fine with long pants and sweatshirts. The admission price is reasonable and the pathway is beginner level hiking friendly. We appreciated the self guided, go at your own pace tour and the information throughout the cave. The gift shop is very reasonably priced. read more

This place was really cool! My kid loved it. I can't say enough good things about it. There wasn't anything that we didn't like. It's educational, historical, and just so interesting. We went at our own pace and not a guided tour. However, the signs are easy to read and there's tons of photo opportunities. My son loved hearing his echo. The gift shop was a neat little set-up too! read more

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We were looking for a cool cavern to visit and this place hit the spot. Tour took an hour - it's very picture friendly - and it was a little slippery but otherwise safe to walk around. We had a great time slowly making our way across this hidden gem of a cave. Gift shop was cool too and we bought a bunch of stuff. I would say this is a 6 and up adventure - was perfect for our 8 year old. We got there right when it opened and basically had the cave to ourselves for an hour - how cool. For the money this place is worth it. $33 for 2 adults and a kid. Self guided so you can take your time and soak it all in. Really enjoyed this. read more

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Excited for our caving adventure! We came here the day after we went rafting at #AOTG. it's a little over an hour's drive from Fayetteville but it's a very pleasant drive. There are two choices, you can take the self guided tour which stays on the lighted path that takes around 45 minutes or, you can take the guided Wild Cave Tour, which takes several hours. We opted for the latter. They outfitted us with knee pads, gloves and a lighted helmet. I recommend long pants, preferably not denim, long sleeves and a light rain jacket. Definitely bring a clean set if clothes to change into afterwards. Liam gave us our equipment and explained what we were going to do. The adventure was definitely challenging but worth it. The guides were extremely helpful and always safety conscious. A group of three others and Jon joined us a little into the tour. The guides not only kept us on the right path but told us bunch of interesting facts and history and pointed out a few critters. This tour is physical and a little stressful. A little over half way through we took a break and they gave us water and a full sized candy bars. We were definitely challenged but the guides were great and at the end there are two ways out. One that is a very tight squeeze and one that's not as bad. We opted for the easier one and the other group took the more difficult path. After the tour they have hot showers for us and a surprisingly delicious box lunch. Bring a little cash to tip your guides because not all of them have a digital option. Well worth the money and time spent. read more

This was such a cool stop! We brought the kids and everyone loved it! We liked that the tour was self guided, so that we could go at our own pace. The gift shop was such a treat for my dinosaur loving little guy - he did not expect to see a mini dinosaur museum inside! The gift shop also had a great variety of trinkets and souvenirs to choose from- it was exactly what our kids were hoping for. We will surely stop again if we are in the area! read more

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Fun adventure for families, couples, or solo. Purchase tickets at on site gift shop or in advance online. Kids under 6 free. Enter caves, pan for gems, see animals. Llamas, horses, goats. Spend 1-2 hours, picnic tables available in a beautiful setting. Easy to find! read more

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We had the best time touring the Caverns. This self guided tour is easy and you will feel secure with the railings and stairs. There were no slick spots and I was able to enjoy all the formations. There was also great information along the trail and easy to read. read more

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This is a great value for a fun afternoon adventure. The staff is super friendly and the cavern is really cool. Our family really enjoyed it. read more

Lost World Caverns - Cavern - Museums Near Me - Lewisburg, West Virginia

Huge and gorgeous caverns! Definitely a must see! They also have a nice crystal/gift shop with a whole kids section too with kids gifts and fun little exhibits for them to look at! Loved it!! Highly recommend! read more

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This was a super cool adventure for 3 of our grandchildren. The cost was equivalent to the experience. The gift shop is nice and reasonably priced for a tourist destination. The cave is indeed cold. We were prepared for it. The kids had both long pants and jackets. It is wet throughout but there is railing that helped me. There is some "grip" in the steps. I am a plus size 65 yr. old grandmother and I didn't need the jacket because the exertion of the walk and steps heated me up from the inside. The beauty inside the cavern is breathtaking and I wish we could have stayed longer, but one grandchild was too cold. It was very comforting to meet the owner and know that he is "hands on". If you are old or you are not physically active, make sure you have the endurance! Definitely RECOMMEND! read more

amazing experience! i did the WILD CAVE tour . you need to be in shape and flexible for the experience . I will be doing it again and if your kids are athletic then i would say a 10 year old could do it no problem. you must where hiking boots , dont make the mistake of just wearing sneakers , it's muddy and slippery. read more

We recently completed our SECOND visit to Lost World Caverns' Wild Cave Tour. Tours were operating under COVID-19 protocols which restrict the number of participants to the reserving party; this trip saw myself, my 16yo daughter, and my 13yo son. Liam, our tour guide for each visit, did a fantastic job of providing an overview of the required equipment, what to expect in the cave, and the obligatory rules that need to be followed for everyone's safety. The Wild Cave Tour sees you passing through the beautiful show cave where your guide takes time to point out the geology and notable cave formations. Once at the back of the show cave, you leave the comfort of the manicured path and head up the boulder field and into the bowels of Lost World Caverns. From this point forward, and over the next few hours, your party will get to experience the notable attractions of this Wild Cave Tour: The Funnel, The Squeeze Box, The Sewer, The Drain, The Long Crawl, and The Birth Canal. With a party size of three, we had the additional opportunity of following the vanishing stream to the back of the cave; this features the smallest opening found on the tour, The Keyhole. This section of the cave is my personal favorite and sees you carefully traversing along, and then above, the vanishing stream. Once at the back of the cave, it is time to turn around and start making your way back. At this point of the tour, everyone WILL be wet and muddy and extra care is required to ensure there are no slips that would ruin the day. Your guide provides plenty of instruction on how to safely navigate the cave system in all conditions. At the conclusion of the trip, showers are provided to let you get cleaned up and changed ahead of the provided warm lunch. You cannot ask for much more! If you like show caves but always wonder what's off the tour path and hidden in darkness, give this a shot! read more

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We thoroughly enjoyed our visit at Lost World. Cute gift shop, friendly staff, and amazing cavern!!!

What a great place to explore! Super place. Inside as amazing. Nice self guided tour and enjoyed this place a ton!

Nice people. My wife was amazed. I thought it was just ok. I guess I'm not much for the underworld. It's a pretty drive to the attraction

Nifty cave, well lit, in nowhere-in-particular West Virginia. There are hundreds of miles of caves to spelunk in the area, but this one is manageable for us amateurs and you can traverse it comfortably in 30-45 minutes. The signage is pretty good. Unlike Shenandoah, you walk it yourself, without a tour guide, and I appreciate that. There are extended well-spaced concrete stairs with a railing to get down into the caverns and back up. The shop atop the caverns is full of kitsch, but the staff are pleasant. And don't miss out on the llamas out front, and the horses, if you're lucky will prance around and entertain you in the field next door. read more

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We had scheduled a whitewater rafting trip on the Upper Gauley and were looking for other adventurous activities in the area. I came across Lost World Caverns and quickly signed up for the Wild Cave Tour. We were the only two, so ended up having a private tour. Connor was a fantastic guide. He educated us on the history and cave formations and tailored the tour just for us. We had a blast exploring different nooks and crannies, crawling, squeezing, sliding, and even rolling through the sometimes narrow passages. Afterwards, we had hot showers and a wonderful lunch waiting for us. Added bonus -- Connor took photos all along the tour and emailed them to us (at no additional cost) before we even left the premises! I highly recommend this tour, especially with Connor as your guide! read more

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We just finished our wild cave spelunking tour and omg was it intense and difficult but so much fun. Also we were pleasantly surprised to find out Myself and Danny was only ones who booked today so it became a special VIP tour, what a nice anniversary surprise . Our guide Connor "I hope I spelled your name correctly " was so amazing, knowledgeable and fun. During our tour he made even the most terrifying parts feel safe, fun & enjoyable. Afterwards they provided us with a nice hot shower & a delicious full meal and it was just nice to sit and chat with him more. Currently we're awaiting the photos the tour guide takes during the tour. We're super excited to see them and we would definitely love to do it again sometime. read more

Lost World Caverns - Lost world caverns - Museums Near Me - Lewisburg, West Virginia

If you want to see something you've never seen before, this is a good experience for your list. There is nothing extremely exciting here for the average person but if you're an explorer at heart, I'm sure you'll love the view. You can simply pay to come inside and there are guided tours available. I'm not sure that I would pay for a guided tour unless the entire group knew each other. There are some staff in major areas throughout the trail and points of interest you can read. Bring a jacket because it's a bit chilly inside and some areas are a bit wet. You'll also need some comfortable shoes; it's a little over 2 miles. My only gripe which can't be fixed unless that create a different exit, is that after you see the pipe organ, it gets a bit boring. You may get tired of seeing some of the same type of views. I took my then 6-year-old son and we ran out of funny commentary for various scenery as we walked after about 30 minutes. So, he was definitely ready to go. I wouldn't recommend for children unless you've got a stroller, wagon, and something to keep them entertained a bit. The gift shop was just "blah." I didn't find any great souvenirs inside. I am pleased with having gone once. I do not have to go to this exact one again. Let me add that the price is more than reasonable for the experience! read more

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The people were really nice and helpful that worked there. You walked through it on your own so make sure you read everything. It was a pretty easy trek that's with a 9 and 4 year old. We had a lot of fun! read more

Lost World Caverns - Museums Near Me - Lewisburg, West Virginia

This place was amazing! We did the wild cave tour and had the best time. The guide was wonderful, so informative and friendly. He made both of us feel so safe, but still got to have challenge we were looking for. Loved the shower facility after to clean up, and a snack in the cave and lunch after was included. Plus, the guide took pictures inside the cave, and of the pictures were sent to us, no extra charge. Such a great value, and an amazing experience. Highly recommend!!! read more

Always wanted to visit this place. I'm happy that I did! Awesome! I love caverns! They offer military discounts. I'm now retired Navy, and I was given a discount, which was appreciated. Thanks! Lots to of stuff to buy and look at in the store. The dinosaur exhibit was interesting, wish I would've taken pictures of the those "old bones". Recommend good walking shoes/ boots. Elevation changes here and there. I was in and out in about 30 minutes. Was a bit out of breath upon exit. My only complaints - the employee didn't appear too motivated/ interested. The road leading to the caverns is dirt, needs to be graded more often, or perhaps, paved/ chip-sealed. Thanks again, West Virginia! Worth visiting again, maybe next time I'll reserve the guided tour! read more

An incredible experience to go under and thru the cavern itself. Definitely gives a new perspective to nature and its process. It is a workout but worth it and the guide makes it easy. Snacks, water, shower and meal provided. read more

What an awesome experience. Next time I'll do the guide climbing Dress warm since it's cool in the cave (52 degrees) read more

Took my granddaughters here for their first cavern experience. One of them was a little hesitant to go underground but loved it. This is such a nice place. Pretty, serine, fun. A must see. read more

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We took a much needed vacation to West Virginia and at some point during our travels found ourself here. We came out on a whim for a birthday trip and this actually ended up being one of our favorite parts of the whole trip. The caverns and well lit and have hand rails along the way to help as you walk down a guided path following informational signs and posts throughout telling you about the wonders of the cave all around you. The formations of stalagmites and stalactites are breathtaking and I've never seen anything like them before or since. The cave is relatively cold so I'd recommend bringing a jacket and some extra money to spend at the gift shop after as you'll definitely want souvenirs. Oh and for the more rugged and adventurous types they also offer a cavern tour with a guide that'll take you deeper into it and off the beaten path but that wasn't for us as I'm a claustrophobic and easy to panic lol definitely check this place out. read more

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The place is great, along with the service. The caves are huge and beautiful, and a great place for a mini-vacation out to see natural beauties. They also sell stones and crystals, for fairly cheap, and most are even from the Lost World Cavern's. I spent around $100, and I had 3 people total go in the cave, and we all got 2-3 things from the gift shop, like crystals and stones. I would recommend for anyone who loves caves, only thing is remember to watch your step, the floor can be unlevel and since it's an active cave, wet, so just watch your step, but they tell you that before they let you in the caves. read more

Lost World Caverns - Museums Near Me - Lewisburg, West Virginia

Very nice way to kill an hour on the self guided tour. We're excited to try the private tour next time we're here. The owner of the property works in the store and is very happy to share the history. read more