Located at Onondaga Cave State Park in Leasburg, Missouri, Onondaga Cave was first discovered in 1886 by a local resident working at the Davis Mill. It wasn’t until 1904 when it was named Onondaga, meaning “people of the mountain”. After a bit of a controversial history, it became a state park in 1981 and recognized as a National Natural Landmark in 1982. Inside the cave, the tour will take you along a lighted path passed geological wonders such as the “twins” and their “ugly cousin”, the ballroom, the lily pad room, the kings canopy, and the bride.
Cave Tours
- April through October
- Every hour on the hour, starting at 10 a.m.
- Tickets can be purchased at the visitor center or online.
- Admission:
- 13 & Older: $15
- 6 – 12: $9
- Under 6: free
- Tour leaves from Visitor Center and takes approximately an hour and a half. A jacket and comfortable shoes recommended.
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