Clarksville, TN – Dunbar Cave State Natural Area has been a State Park since 1973. The cave and its surrounding 110 acres have considerable scenic, natural and historical significance. The entrance offered shelter to prehistoric Native Americans as far back as 10,000 years.
Dunbar Cave State Natural Area will present many nature programs during the year. There are programs for children and adults.
The upcoming events include: Unknown Realms.
August 3rd
Unknown Realms
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Already taken our regular cave tour but want to see more? This tour explores some of the more remote areas of the cave. No crawling is required but some passages are tight so you may get muddy. Due to the rugged nature of this route participants need to be at least 10 years old and in good physical condition.
Ceiling heights are very low in many places. Flashlights (no cell phones or headlamps) and sturdy shoes or boots are required. This tour does not view the Mississippian Cave Art, that can be seen on the standard tour.
Meet at: Visitor Center
Price: $20.00
For more information or to register contact Park Ranger Adam Neblett at 931.648.5526 or email adam.neblett@tn.gov
August 4th
Unknown Realms
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Already taken our regular cave tour but want to see more? This tour explores some of the more remote areas of the cave. No crawling is required but some passages are tight so you may get muddy. Due to the rugged nature of this route participants need to be at least 10 years old and in good physical condition.
Ceiling heights are very low in many places. Flashlights (no cell phones or headlamps) and sturdy shoes or boots are required. This tour does not view the Mississippian Cave Art, that can be seen on the standard tour.
Meet at: Visitor Center
Price: $20.00
For more information or to register contact Park Ranger Adam Neblett at 931.648.5526 or email adam.neblett@tn.gov
Dunbar Cave State Park Programs Information
Programs are free unless noted otherwise. All programs require reservations by the Deadline Listed. Programs with no reservations by the deadline will be canceled.
All programs begin at the Visitor Center unless another site is listed.
Children must be accompanied by an adult (one adult for each three children).
Age limits are definite – please do not sign up a child who is younger or older than the age limits given.
Dunbar Cave State Park is located at 401 Old Dunbar Cave Road, Clarksville Tennessee.
Call 931.648.5526 for reservations.
