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Missouri has long been known as the “Cave State”, with around 6,400 caves located within its borders. But with all those caves, how do you know which ones to explore? We’ve got you covered right here, with the 13 best caves you can tour in the state. From kayaking an old sandstone mine by flashlight to exploring the “Lily Pad Room” to touring a cave where both famed author Mark Twain and famed outlaw Jesse James hung out…Missouri’s 13 best caves offer something for everyone!
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2) Meramec Caverns
3) Onondaga Cave
4) Cave Spring
5) Stark Caverns
6) Bridal Cave
7) Jacob’s Cave
8) Fantastic Caverns
9) Crystal Cave
10) Smallin Civil War Cave
11) Marvel Cave
12) Bluff Dwellers Cave
13) Mark Twain Cave & Cameron Cave
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