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The Pipe Organ 350pix

The Pipe Organ at the foot of the Lake of Venus.

Witches of the Grottoes 275pix

One of our most distinctive formations.

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The Bridal Altar at Howe Caverns is the site of nearly 600 weddings and many vow renewals.

Chinese Pagoda 275pix

The Chinese Pagoda was found in the stream bed, apparently knocked over by the falling rocks that formed the Rocky Mountains.

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It may look deep, but it's only about two-feet deep.

Our boat ride 350pix

Guests enjoy the world-famous boat ride on Howe Caverns' underground Lake of Venus.

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A view of the Pool of Peace at Howe Caverns.

Lantern Tour 350pix

Take our lantern tour to see how early tourists saw the Caverns.

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The Visitor Center At Howe Caverns

Undeveloped portion of the cavern 350pix

Located below the dam on the Lake of Venus, this view of the cave is not seen by the touring public.

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The largest room in Howe Caverns.

Early Howe Caverns scout tour 350pix

Scouts have been touring Howe Caverns since we reopened to the public in 1929.

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This is not a simple formation.

Howe Caverns Billboards 350pix

Be on the lookout for our billboards to help guide your way!

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Untitled photo of Winding Way.

Our group tours 350pix

Our groups tours are a great adventure for any group!

Tour guide in the 1880's 88pix

This tour guide using a parade torch for light stands in the Spire Room looking at Martha Washington's Hood also known as Washington's Epaulet.

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A Geode and Howe! The HC Mining Company has taken a crack at opening thousands of geodes for guests.

Lester Howe 87pix

A portrait of Lester Howe, the local dairy farmer who discovered Howe Caverns on May 22, 1842.

First Tour sm350pix

A photo of one of an early tour at Howe Caverns.

1880's Tour at Foot of Lake 350pix

Early tourists who visited the cave were led by lantern light. This party crosses the dam at the underground lake.

Lester Howe's Grave 275pix

The grave of our founder, Lester Howe.

View from the Platform 90pix

This photo depicts a view from the platform build for Governor Roosevelt in 1933.

Lester Howe at cave entrance 275pix

An image of our founder, Lester Howe, at the cavern entrance.

Boat Ride 350pix

Take a boat ride on the underground Lake of Venus.

Cave House and Pavilion Hotel 275pix

An 1888 image of the Cave House and Pavilion Hotel.

Bronze Room 275pix

Colors in formations are from the various minerals that seep into the caverns.

First Cave Lit by Gas 250pix

An ad from the 1870's for Howe's Cave..

Gemstone Mining 350pix

Kids of all ages enjoy gemstone mining at Howe Caverns and take home a special souvenir of their vist.

Our founder, Lester Howe 270pix

Lester Howe discovered the cave on May 22, 1842.

Our boat ride 350pix

Guests enjoy the world-famous boat ride on Howe Caverns' underground Lake of Venus.

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Howe Caverns Christmas Tree 350pix

We're ready for the holidays!

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Holiday Decorations 350pix

Howe Caverns is in the holiday spirit!

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Lantern Tour 250pix

See Howe Caverns in a different light...

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Adventure Tour 350pix

Go on a one-of-a-kind spelunking adventure.
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