Mammoth Cave National Park

KY
Rolling hills, deep river valleys, and the world's longest known cave system. Mammoth Cave National Park is home to thousands of years of human history and a rich diversity of plant and animal life, earning it the title of UNESCO World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Region.
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WEATHER INFO

Kentucky has a moderate climate with warm, yet moist conditions. Summers average in the high 80s; winters average in the low 40s. Southern Kentucky, where Mammoth Cave is located, receives the highest average precipitation for the state, about 50 inches per year, mostly in spring. Winter can bring mild to moderate snow and ice. Storms happen year-round, and can include tornadoes and flooding in low-lying areas, but severe weather is infrequent. The temperature deep in the cave is a constant 54°F (12°C).

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DIRECTIONS INFO

DO NOT FOLLOW YOUR GPS! From the North: Take Interstate 65 to Exit 53 (Cave City Exit). Turn right onto KY-70. Follow 70/255 as it becomes the Mammoth Cave Parkway in the park. Follow the Mammoth Cave Parkway to the Visitor Center. From the South: Take Interstate 65 to Exit 48 (Park City Exit). Turn left onto KY-255 and follow 255 as it becomes the Park City Road into the park. Follow Park City Road until it joins the Mammoth Cave Parkway; turn left. Follow the Mammoth Cave Parkway to the Visitor Center.
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PARK CLOSURE

Visitor Center Phones and Internet Outage Sunday, April 27th

Phones and internet are currently down at the Visitor Center. We can still respond to emails sent to MACA_Information@nps.gov. Tickets are available onsite, but service may be slower than usual. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

PARK CLOSURE

Green River Ferry Temporarily Closed

The Green River Ferry is temporarily closed due to extensive damage to its navigational system and support towers sustained during flooding in April 2025. The vehicle ferry operation will be closed for several months until repairs are complete.

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Tickets are required to enter Mammoth Cave

Reservations are strongly recommended. Reservations are the only way to ensure a spot is available for your party. Please plan accordingly by visiting Recreation.gov to secure your tickets in advance. Availability of walk-up tickets is not guaranteed.

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