Closed Show Caves


Show caves and show mines have a long history. Sometimes financial or political problems cause the closing of well developed objects all over the world. In the U.S.A. there were several cave "gold rushes", when caves became very popular and many new show caves were opened by entrepreneurs. But as soon as the number of visitors sank, many caves were closed again. Sometimes the construction of motorways ruined shops, restaurants, and roadside attractions. As a result there are now many former show caves, which are not open any more.

Quite interesting in this case: while we have a long list of former show caves which are now closed, we do not have other closed underground sites. There is only one closed show mine and one underground museum currently in the list [2026]. We have no explanation for this strange fact.

Please help to complete the list. If you had trouble with a cave which has been closed, please drop us a line: E-mail: contact.


And a final word: If any of these caves are reopened, please help us by providing as much information as you can. Visit the Submit Information page for more info.