Moaning Caverns Adventure Park

499 reviews

+1 (209) 736-2708

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5350 Moaning Cave Rd

Murphys, CA 95247

+1 (209) 736-2708

http://www.moaningcaverns.com

"Gold miners first explored Moaning Cavern in 1851, but Native Americans have known about the site for centuries because of the haunting, moaning sounds coming from the entrance. Today, visitors enter by descending a metal spiral staircase on our Spiral Tour. For those looking for an even more challenging adventure, try the Expedition Tour. Above ground activities: gemstone mining and ax throwing. School program available. Reservations - Highly recommended for the Spiral Tour. Reservations - Required for the Expedition Tour.

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4.5499 reviews

Diana A.

10/10/2024

Moaning Caverns was a great stop! Tickets were reasonably priced, which was nice. Since there isn't a whole lot to do beyond the tour, I'd recommend bringing a picnic to enjoy the views after your...

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Janet D.

10/7/2024

Very cute exploring adventure for kids. We went down 150 feet to see the stalagmites and stalactites and the kids had a great time in the dark. I would recommend for those little brave adventure...

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Ale R.

3/30/2024

Great experience! I like coming here once a year. They used to have a zip line but now they have ax throwing. The gift shop has bags to search for emeralds, sea shells and fossils. The kids love...

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Kalinda F.

10/14/2024

Had an amazing time on the Adventure tour! I came alone and started out a little nervous but my guide Don is a local caving legend (I believe he said he's been in 3000 caves and mines??) and made...

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Meghna S P.

2/12/2024

What an adventure to come here. We didn't know what to expect when we decided to come for this. Randomly discovered this and it was absolutely fabulous. We had a toddler with us so going 16 floors...

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