It’s time to start dreaming of your next trip. Here’s some destination inspiration for you. Take a visual journey through these U.S. caves with us.
In the heart of the Chihuahuan Desert in southern New Mexico, Carlsbad Caverns National Park features the show cave Carlsbad Cavern. Hike on your own via the natural entrance or take an elevator from the visitor center to enter this limestone chamber, formed about 250 million years ago. © Redwood8 | Dreamstime.com
Did you know Ohio has its own version of a cave? Ash Cave, in the southernmost parts of Hocking Hills, is the largest recess cave in the state, accessible through a narrow gorge. The recess cave is 100 feet deep and 90 feet high, accompanied by a beautiful waterfall. © Helgidinson | Dreamstime.com
Yes, even Florida has its own cave. Devil’s Den, near Williston, Florida, is privately owned and operated as a SCUBA diving training and recreational facility. This unique space was formed when the roof over a subterranean river collapsed. The water is geothermically warmed at a constant 72 degrees Fahrenheit. Artifacts and human remains dating back to 7,500 B.C.E. have been found here. © Joni Hanebutt | Dreamstime.com
Venture through a series of underground waterfalls at Ruby Falls near Chattanooga, Tennessee. These falls, fed by rainwater and natural springs, drop 90 feet. Ruby Falls Cave, accidentally discovered in the early 20th century, has no natural openings, but is accessible via a glass-front elevator. © Florentino David | Dreamstime.com
You’ll find the fifth-longest cave in the world at Jewel Cave near Custer, South Dakota. Located within Jewel Cave National Monument, this cave was formed about 350 million years ago and is now open year-round. There’s a scenic tour, historic tour and even a candlelight tour available, as well as a wild caving tour through an undeveloped part of the caverns. © Cheri Alguire | Dreamstime.com
While not technically a cave, you won’t know the difference when walking through Thurston Lava Tube in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park. Thurston Lava Tube reopened in early 2020 to the public, where you can now walk the path where ancient lava once flowed. © Volgariver | Dreamstime.com
Since its discovery in 1878, Luray Caverns in Virginia is rich in stalactites, stalagmites, mirrored pools and columns. Privately owned, the caves are open to the public; walking the entire cave system takes about 45 minutes. Expect unique rock formations and structures, including the Wishing Well, a mesmerizing body of water where visitors toss coins for good luck. The cave also features the Great Stalacpipe Organ, a lithophone made from solenoid-fired strikers that tap stalactites to produce tones sounding like bells or xylophones. © Pixelpodllc | Dreamstime.com
With nearly 3.5 miles of mapped passageways, Colossal Cave in southeastern Arizona is an ancient karst cave used by the Hohokam, Sobaipuri and Apache Indians between 900 and 1450 A.D. Now part of Colossal Cave Mountain Park, the cave is a popular tourist destination. © Linda Johnsonbaugh | Dreamstime.com
Read This Next
Introducing
FX Excursions
FX Excursions offers the chance for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in destinations around the world.
#globility
Insta FeedDaily
Apr 22, 2026Michelin-Starred Chef Opens Cattleman’s Bar in Paso Robles
Michelin-starred Chef Charlie Palmer recently celebrated the highly anticipated opening of his Cattlemen’s Bar, the first of three forthcoming Charlie Palmer Collective dining concepts coming to Paso Robles Inn. Cattlemen’s Bar celebrates Paso Robles’ storied ranching heritage. Originally founded in 1942 and once the go-to gathering place for neighboring ranchers, Chef Palmer returns the 83-seat bar and lounge to its roots while serving a seasonally driven menu of comfort classics and ranch staples.
Sponsored Content
Meliá Hotels International: Redefining Luxury Travel with Unforgettable Experiences
As discerning travelers seek authentic stays, Meliá’s luxury offerings in the Americas — Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts, The Meliá Collection, ME by Meliá and Paradisus by Meliá — stand ready to captivate across key destinations in the Americas and the world, Meliá offers unique stays that elevate every journey.
eFlyer Reviews
Apr 22, 2026Big Sky Resort Review
Boasting bountiful snow, high-speed lifts and afternoon cookie service, Big Sky, Montana, is the ideal place to cap your ski season.
eFlyer News
Apr 22, 2026Airline to Launch Non-Stop Service Connecting California’s Central Valley with Los Angeles, Las Vegas
Contour Airlines recently announced a new, non-stop service from Merced Yosemite Regional Airport in Merced, California, enhancing travel options for residents across the Central Valley. Beginning July 1, the route connects MCE with both LAX and LAS.
Sponsored Content
From Bethpage to Adare: Following the Ryder Cup to Ireland
In September 2025, the eyes of the golf world will turn to New York, where Bethpage Black hosts the Ryder Cup. The drama, rivalry and passion of this iconic event will once again capture global attention. But, for golf fans, the story doesn’t end there. In 2027, the Ryder Cup will cross the Atlantic, arriving at one of Europe’s most celebrated courses: Adare Manor in County Limerick, Ireland.
eFlyer News
Apr 22, 2026Holland America Line to Undergo Largest Fleet Update in History
Holland America Line will soon undergo the Holland America Evolution, a multiyear investment to reimagine six of its ships. The plan makes it the most ambitious guest experience update in the company’s 153-year history. Holland America Evolution intends to deliver a comprehensive, bow-to-stern revitalization while bringing the best of its Pinnacle Class ships across most of its fleet.
Windstar Cruises Launches New Offer
eFlyer Deals
Apr 22, 2026Merger a No-Go with United, American Airlines
eFlyer Lead
Apr 22, 2026Daily
Apr 22, 2026Introducing Omeon Mykonos: All New, Design-Led Coastal Retreat
Mykonos is evolving and so are its travelers. The new generation of travelers look for duality: access to the island’s energy without being defined by it.
Sponsored Content
TAP Air Portugal: A Milestone Year
From small airline to global success, TAP Air Portugal turns 80 and better than ever.
Daily
Apr 22, 2026Helicline Fine Art Opens Exhibition on the Art of Stage and Screen
Through May 10, theater lovers are in for a treat: Helicline Fine Art presents Showstoppers: The Art of Stage and Screen, a grand visual journey through almost 100 years of Broadway, film, dance, opera and entertainment experienced through the lens of some of the world’s most prominent artists and designers.
ShareThis