Illinois Caverns State Natural Area

About Illinois Caverns State Natural Area

Monroe County has more caves than any other Illinois county, and this is the one that was worked commercially — the first paying sightseers arrived on 23 April 1901. A cave permit is required before you go underground.

Amenities & facilities

• 🌞 Day Use Only

Entrance fee

Free entry

Contact

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Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Bug spray
• Sunscreen
• First aid kit
• Water bottles

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• Fults Hill Prairie State Natural Area
• Kidd Lake State Natural Area
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