Lost World Caverns

I very much enjoyed the self-guided tour at Lost World Caverns. The experience was fantastic, and it's a great adventure. I would suggest a little maintenance to replace some of the burned-out lights, and a warning about head hazards would be helpful for those who are taller. Neither of these issues detracted from the experience, however. Highly recommended!

For $12 this cave really surprised me at how great it was! I did no prior research, simply found it on Google Maps and went. The tour is self guided, and I simply showed up and bought my ticket onsite and walked directly into the cave afterwards which is accessed from inside the gift shop. The formations are quite neat with huge columns and stalagmites, and some fairly large stalactites as well! I just got back from Ireland where I saw the largest stalactite in Europe and I feel like the largest one in this cave isn't a whole lot smaller to the eye. So quite impressive! The cave trail itself is easy, anyone that can walk on their feet can easily make it through. It is not handicap accessible, but otherwise I saw several kids wandering around. Definitely worth a stop!

Traveling in the area from Chicago. Staying at Skyline Lodge visiting little gems here and there in the area... This one was fun and worth the extra little drive! Also did the gem mining of course, fun!!! Inside it says they also offer tours deeper into the cave, no lights, only the light on the helmet.. into tight spaces! If we are ever in the area again we would def consider that tour!!

This place was really cool! It’s a self guided tour with a lot of signage, explaining what you were looking at, and directions on where to go. The route with the cave can be a little slippery in places so just be careful and watch your step. My wife and I really love that it was a self guided tour as we love to stop and take pictures of the different sites at our own pace. We enjoy exploring caverns, but when you have a large group, it’s hard to truly appreciate what you were looking at, and sometimes it feels rushed. Inside there wasn’t a whole lot of others exploring so it felt like it was only us at times we rode in to visit this place on a motorcycle and found out that a good portion of the route was on a gravel road. All in all this place was amazing and I would definitely recommend people to check this out.

It was really neat to go on your own in the cave. It's a circle path so no getting lost. It seems as if you are driving on private road to get there. Nice cave staff was just there . For sure worth a visit.

Nice place to stop and take a walk deep down to the cavern. I saw large ones and more interesting caverns before but for the price was nice. I Think was like 14.00 to visit and free parking, also you can be there as long as you want no rush, so it’s a plus, take a jacket since is cold down there Photos attached so take your conclusions If you go there also the road is not paved for a couple miles but easy to drive. There also a few horses near by and you have tables for a picnic

HUGE caverns with amazing stalactites and stalagmites. The self-guided tour was affordable and great for kids (there were a ton of families there with kids of all ages). It's cool inside the caverns so be aware (51 degrees always). The columns and mineral deposits are amazingly cool in person. I can't imagine being the first person to go down into this cave. WV karst is the best! Note that the walk back out can be stressful for people that get winded easily as it's pretty steep.

Wonderful experience! Keep in mind lots of steps and not stroller friendly for little ones. Staff very friendly and welcoming. Would recommend to anyone that doesn’t have mobility challenges.

Awesome cavern! Easy to walk around. Fun for all ages. It was beautiful and not to be missed .

Today Tony and I drove the 2.5 hrs from Ripley to Lewisburg via the Turnpike to visit Lost World Caverns. With our AARP discount we saved a $1 each, paying only $22 plus taxes to visit the Self-Paced & Self-Guided Tour. This was amazing with several perfect examples of different formations all in one huge open room!! Recently in 2015, they found the bones of a pre-historic bear species that carbon dated back 32,000 yrs!! Absolutely amazing!! There is a Gift shop! Outside there are horses and llamas. They also offer a longer tour that goes about 3miles back into the cavern but there is a lot of crawling and tight places...not the type of tour for my old body..but extremely interesting!!!

amazing experience! i did the WILD CAVE tour . you need to be in shape and flexible for the experience . I will be doing it again and if your kids are athletic then i would say a 10 year old could do it no problem. you must where hiking boots , dont make the mistake of just wearing sneakers , it's muddy and slippery.

When you arrive haha you can definitely tell they have live animals around the property; horses, lamas and a loose donkey haha Don't panic or he'll Buck. Quickly get inside! I am LIVING for the shop! SO many crystals ahhh and of all shapes and sizes. Ok now when you get into the cave it's a steep decline so that means, if you are like me it's our worst enemy... stairs. Also a very high incline For personal issues, I almost died haha but like I said personal issues. Um very beautiful cave though but a little more signs of cation would be nice like oh I don't know maybe "watch your head" uh "small space ahead" also a warning about the small/ slippery steps. Other than that, I'm glad I came and glad I pushed myself to walk through the whole thing even though I coulda killed myself haha Again not y'all's fault of course

For $12 and a self-guided experience, It's definitely worth if if you're looking for a convenient little stop and haven't been to a cavern in a while. Be aware that it's along what seems to be the cave corridor, so from our drive north from New River Gorge, it was the first in many other - maybe half a dozen? - caverns off the same road, including Endless Caverns and Skyline Caverns and Shenandoah Caverns.

Excited for our caving adventure! We came here the day after we went rafting at #AOTG. it's a little over an hour's drive from Fayetteville but it's a very pleasant drive. There are two choices, you can take the self guided tour which stays on the lighted path that takes around 45 minutes or, you can take the guided Wild Cave Tour, which takes several hours. We opted for the latter. They outfitted us with knee pads, gloves and a lighted helmet. I recommend long pants, preferably not denim, long sleeves and a light rain jacket. Definitely bring a clean set if clothes to change into afterwards. Liam gave us our equipment and explained what we were going to do. The adventure was definitely challenging but worth it. The guides were extremely helpful and always safety conscious. A group of three others and Jon joined us a little into the tour. The guides not only kept us on the right path but told us bunch of interesting facts and history and pointed out a few critters. This tour is physical and a little stressful. A little over half way through we took a break and they gave us water and a full sized candy bars. We were definitely challenged but the guides were great and at the end there are two ways out. One that is a very tight squeeze and one that's not as bad. We opted for the easier one and the other group took the more difficult path. After the tour they have hot showers for us and a surprisingly delicious box lunch. Bring a little cash to tip your guides because not all of them have a digital option. Well worth the money and time spent.

This place was really cool! My kid loved it. I can't say enough good things about it. There wasn't anything that we didn't like. It's educational, historical, and just so interesting. We went at our own pace and not a guided tour. However, the signs are easy to read and there's tons of photo opportunities. My son loved hearing his echo. The gift shop was a neat little set-up too!

This was a super cool adventure for 3 of our grandchildren. The cost was equivalent to the experience. The gift shop is nice and reasonably priced for a tourist destination. The cave is indeed cold. We were prepared for it. The kids had both long pants and jackets. It is wet throughout but there is railing that helped me. There is some "grip" in the steps. I am a plus size 65 yr. old grandmother and I didn't need the jacket because the exertion of the walk and steps heated me up from the inside. The beauty inside the cavern is breathtaking and I wish we could have stayed longer, but one grandchild was too cold. It was very comforting to meet the owner and know that he is "hands on". If you are old or you are not physically active, make sure you have the endurance! Definitely RECOMMEND!

We were looking for a cool cavern to visit and this place hit the spot. Tour took an hour - it's very picture friendly - and it was a little slippery but otherwise safe to walk around. We had a great time slowly making our way across this hidden gem of a cave. Gift shop was cool too and we bought a bunch of stuff. I would say this is a 6 and up adventure - was perfect for our 8 year old. We got there right when it opened and basically had the cave to ourselves for an hour - how cool. For the money this place is worth it. $33 for 2 adults and a kid. Self guided so you can take your time and soak it all in. Really enjoyed this.

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit at Lost World. Cute gift shop, friendly staff, and amazing cavern!!!

Fun adventure for families, couples, or solo. Purchase tickets at on site gift shop or in advance online. Kids under 6 free. Enter caves, pan for gems, see animals. Llamas, horses, goats. Spend 1-2 hours, picnic tables available in a beautiful setting. Easy to find!

This is a great value for a fun afternoon adventure. The staff is super friendly and the cavern is really cool. Our family really enjoyed it.

We had the best time touring the Caverns. This self guided tour is easy and you will feel secure with the railings and stairs. There were no slick spots and I was able to enjoy all the formations. There was also great information along the trail and easy to read.

This was such a cool stop! We brought the kids and everyone loved it! We liked that the tour was self guided, so that we could go at our own pace. The gift shop was such a treat for my dinosaur loving little guy - he did not expect to see a mini dinosaur museum inside! The gift shop also had a great variety of trinkets and souvenirs to choose from- it was exactly what our kids were hoping for. We will surely stop again if we are in the area!

This place was amazing! We did the wild cave tour and had the best time. The guide was wonderful, so informative and friendly. He made both of us feel so safe, but still got to have challenge we were looking for. Loved the shower facility after to clean up, and a snack in the cave and lunch after was included. Plus, the guide took pictures inside the cave, and of the pictures were sent to us, no extra charge. Such a great value, and an amazing experience. Highly recommend!!!

What a great place to explore! Super place. Inside as amazing. Nice self guided tour and enjoyed this place a ton!

Nice people. My wife was amazed. I thought it was just ok. I guess I'm not much for the underworld. It's a pretty drive to the attraction

If you want to see something you've never seen before, this is a good experience for your list. There is nothing extremely exciting here for the average person but if you're an explorer at heart, I'm sure you'll love the view. You can simply pay to come inside and there are guided tours available. I'm not sure that I would pay for a guided tour unless the entire group knew each other. There are some staff in major areas throughout the trail and points of interest you can read. Bring a jacket because it's a bit chilly inside and some areas are a bit wet. You'll also need some comfortable shoes; it's a little over 2 miles. My only gripe which can't be fixed unless that create a different exit, is that after you see the pipe organ, it gets a bit boring. You may get tired of seeing some of the same type of views. I took my then 6-year-old son and we ran out of funny commentary for various scenery as we walked after about 30 minutes. So, he was definitely ready to go. I wouldn't recommend for children unless you've got a stroller, wagon, and something to keep them entertained a bit. The gift shop was just "blah." I didn't find any great souvenirs inside. I am pleased with having gone once. I do not have to go to this exact one again. Let me add that the price is more than reasonable for the experience!

We recently completed our SECOND visit to Lost World Caverns' Wild Cave Tour. Tours were operating under COVID-19 protocols which restrict the number of participants to the reserving party; this trip saw myself, my 16yo daughter, and my 13yo son. Liam, our tour guide for each visit, did a fantastic job of providing an overview of the required equipment, what to expect in the cave, and the obligatory rules that need to be followed for everyone's safety. The Wild Cave Tour sees you passing through the beautiful show cave where your guide takes time to point out the geology and notable cave formations. Once at the back of the show cave, you leave the comfort of the manicured path and head up the boulder field and into the bowels of Lost World Caverns. From this point forward, and over the next few hours, your party will get to experience the notable attractions of this Wild Cave Tour: The Funnel, The Squeeze Box, The Sewer, The Drain, The Long Crawl, and The Birth Canal. With a party size of three, we had the additional opportunity of following the vanishing stream to the back of the cave; this features the smallest opening found on the tour, The Keyhole. This section of the cave is my personal favorite and sees you carefully traversing along, and then above, the vanishing stream. Once at the back of the cave, it is time to turn around and start making your way back. At this point of the tour, everyone WILL be wet and muddy and extra care is required to ensure there are no slips that would ruin the day. Your guide provides plenty of instruction on how to safely navigate the cave system in all conditions. At the conclusion of the trip, showers are provided to let you get cleaned up and changed ahead of the provided warm lunch. You cannot ask for much more! If you like show caves but always wonder what's off the tour path and hidden in darkness, give this a shot!

The people were really nice and helpful that worked there. You walked through it on your own so make sure you read everything. It was a pretty easy trek that's with a 9 and 4 year old. We had a lot of fun!

We've been to caverns before but not these ones! Very friendly staff and cute dogs in the lobby. Part of me likes the self guided pace but part of me also likes the toured guides telling me all about the caverns. Paths are clearly marked. Nicely lit as well. Going back up the tunnel was rough . I'm just out of shape though haha

We had scheduled a whitewater rafting trip on the Upper Gauley and were looking for other adventurous activities in the area. I came across Lost World Caverns and quickly signed up for the Wild Cave Tour. We were the only two, so ended up having a private tour. Connor was a fantastic guide. He educated us on the history and cave formations and tailored the tour just for us. We had a blast exploring different nooks and crannies, crawling, squeezing, sliding, and even rolling through the sometimes narrow passages. Afterwards, we had hot showers and a wonderful lunch waiting for us. Added bonus -- Connor took photos all along the tour and emailed them to us (at no additional cost) before we even left the premises! I highly recommend this tour, especially with Connor as your guide!

We just finished our wild cave spelunking tour and omg was it intense and difficult but so much fun. Also we were pleasantly surprised to find out Myself and Danny was only ones who booked today so it became a special VIP tour, what a nice anniversary surprise . Our guide Connor "I hope I spelled your name correctly " was so amazing, knowledgeable and fun. During our tour he made even the most terrifying parts feel safe, fun & enjoyable. Afterwards they provided us with a nice hot shower & a delicious full meal and it was just nice to sit and chat with him more. Currently we're awaiting the photos the tour guide takes during the tour. We're super excited to see them and we would definitely love to do it again sometime.

Very nice way to kill an hour on the self guided tour. We're excited to try the private tour next time we're here. The owner of the property works in the store and is very happy to share the history.

Steve is the owner of the amazing 1/2 mile cave. He personally introduced himself to use and showed us around where he has his animals and even let us follow in to feed them. The 1/2 mile cave is beautiful and well kept. This attraction is so well priced, I would go again and recommend this to anyone in the area. They have a great selection of take home gifts available to purchase in the gift shop also.

An incredible experience to go under and thru the cavern itself. Definitely gives a new perspective to nature and its process. It is a workout but worth it and the guide makes it easy. Snacks, water, shower and meal provided.

Always wanted to visit this place. I'm happy that I did! Awesome! I love caverns! They offer military discounts. I'm now retired Navy, and I was given a discount, which was appreciated. Thanks! Lots to of stuff to buy and look at in the store. The dinosaur exhibit was interesting, wish I would've taken pictures of the those "old bones". Recommend good walking shoes/ boots. Elevation changes here and there. I was in and out in about 30 minutes. Was a bit out of breath upon exit. My only complaints - the employee didn't appear too motivated/ interested. The road leading to the caverns is dirt, needs to be graded more often, or perhaps, paved/ chip-sealed. Thanks again, West Virginia! Worth visiting again, maybe next time I'll reserve the guided tour!

Nifty cave, well lit, in nowhere-in-particular West Virginia. There are hundreds of miles of caves to spelunk in the area, but this one is manageable for us amateurs and you can traverse it comfortably in 30-45 minutes. The signage is pretty good. Unlike Shenandoah, you walk it yourself, without a tour guide, and I appreciate that. There are extended well-spaced concrete stairs with a railing to get down into the caverns and back up. The shop atop the caverns is full of kitsch, but the staff are pleasant. And don't miss out on the llamas out front, and the horses, if you're lucky will prance around and entertain you in the field next door.

Took my granddaughters here for their first cavern experience. One of them was a little hesitant to go underground but loved it. This is such a nice place. Pretty, serine, fun. A must see.

We took a much needed vacation to West Virginia and at some point during our travels found ourself here. We came out on a whim for a birthday trip and this actually ended up being one of our favorite parts of the whole trip. The caverns and well lit and have hand rails along the way to help as you walk down a guided path following informational signs and posts throughout telling you about the wonders of the cave all around you. The formations of stalagmites and stalactites are breathtaking and I've never seen anything like them before or since. The cave is relatively cold so I'd recommend bringing a jacket and some extra money to spend at the gift shop after as you'll definitely want souvenirs. Oh and for the more rugged and adventurous types they also offer a cavern tour with a guide that'll take you deeper into it and off the beaten path but that wasn't for us as I'm a claustrophobic and easy to panic lol definitely check this place out.

The place is great, along with the service. The caves are huge and beautiful, and a great place for a mini-vacation out to see natural beauties. They also sell stones and crystals, for fairly cheap, and most are even from the Lost World Cavern's. I spent around $100, and I had 3 people total go in the cave, and we all got 2-3 things from the gift shop, like crystals and stones. I would recommend for anyone who loves caves, only thing is remember to watch your step, the floor can be unlevel and since it's an active cave, wet, so just watch your step, but they tell you that before they let you in the caves.

My son and I stopped here on a road trip through West Virginia. We almost did not stop because it added an extra 2 hours to our trip but I'm so glad we did. The staff was friendly and the caverns were a sight to see. It was a neat experience to take the self guided tour through the caverns. You can go at your own pace and while just about anyone can do it there is lots of climbing up and down steps involved. We made it no problem but we were both tired after. We probably spent just as much time in the gift shop (which was pretty reasonable as far as gift shops go). We also relaxed on the picnic tables in the shade (which would have been a great spot for a picnic.) This is a great activity for families!

What an awesome experience. Next time I'll do the guide climbing Dress warm since it's cool in the cave (52 degrees)

One of the best tourist deals I've ever seen: stellar educational plaques in the cavern, great people above the ground. Tell them Kevin the Cap from. MagicShowDriveAcrossAmerica.com sent you!

We added this cave tour to our list of things to do near Beckley on a whim. Little did we know, this was the birthplace of our favorite legend- Bat Boy! The shopkeeper was kind and instructed us on how to navigate the cave best. We were very impressed with the sights and safety measures in place. It took about 45-50 minutes to make our way down and back. Highly recommended!

Found this by accident and was so glad I did. One of the best caves in the country that I've been to and had never heard of it before. Go here, you won't be disappointed! Best part is that it's self guided so you don't have to go with a group or wait around. And remember, keep your hands to yourself!!!! ;)

My family and I scheduled a last minute cabin in Beaver, WV for the week and during our stay we googled things to do in the area. The Lost World Caverns came up and with only a 45 minute drive it was the highlight of our trip. The shop is very clean and has plenty of products including outerwear if you're not dressed for the occasion. The prices are extremely fair and the experience of the self guided tour is very easy to navigate as you're allowed to go at your own pace and experience the cave how you want to. This being our first time in a cave, it was very interesting and engaging. I recommend this to anyone local or passing through. Not an activity I'll ever regret!

This was a great family outing. Just be sure to wear good walking shoes because it's quite the workout. I thoroughly enjoyed it. The stalagmites and stalactites are absolute incredible!

a beautiful live cave to explore with majestic formations. however the stairs are quite strenuous and I had some difficulty at the end. gift shop is good

Had great time visiting the caverns.. really enjoyed being able to do at your own pace. Which unfortunately was the same mentality of the staff - no one seemed really happy that they had to be at work that day. Although the caverns sell themselves, it would be nice if the staff was more enthusiastic about people coming to see them.

A really neat cave 12 stories underground. There is a very clear path with lights, you borrow a flashlight, it's not guided. I liked that we cloud go at our own pace, stop and read the signs, take pictures, etc. We had two small kids with us and it took us about an hour to do the loop. We took our time, you could hustle through in 30min. The admission fee and merchandise are reasonably priced, the gift shop is super cute! The owner was super friendly and very knowledgeable. Plus they had a couple dogs, they were so sweet and really well behaved, and a couple Alpacas too!

Very interesting tour. It is self guided, so you can take your time. It is well signed so you can read about the many interesting features. Lots of neat stuff to look at. Even my dad was impressed. Reasonably priced for a cave tour.

My family loved this trip. Ages 11, 23, 24, 43, 55 did the wild cave tour and loved it. They are still talking about it 3 days later. Personally, I did the easy tour which was great as well. Once the 6 year old heard "Smurf Villiage" (some of the formations looked like smurf houses) she was telling all kinds of stories. The ones on the wild tour were in a group of only them and the guide, which I think was awesome. The guide took lots of great free pictures that he emailed to them. If you think you want to do it don't think twice! I grew up in Lewisberg and wanted my family to see why I love West Virginia so much. Decades later I could move back in a minute. Thanks Lost World for a memorable trip! I forsee more caving adventures in the future for my kids.

Great place loved this cave. Really enjoyed the self guided tours. Great price, good staff. Will definitely come back. Could light up some features more, but still great! The man on the battle club has a local Boy Scout connection with some of our Council's folks. Will be back!

We absolutely loved our trip into the Lost World Caverns. We took the self guided tour on a recent Sunday morning and were the only family in the cavern for close to an hour before anyone else came in. The staff was all masked and extremely knowledgeable and helpful in the shop. We found several unique gifts to bring home with us. Highly recommend this cavern tour- very easy the navigate and social distance.

This place is so fun! Seems small and unassuming, but it's really well put together and the staff is awesome! Impressive that all that cool stuff is right under our feet! The gift shop is well stocked, and they have a little museum work lots of cool fossils! It's a couple hours' drive for us but we'll definitely be back for a visit!

CONNOR was an excellent guide for the WILD CAVERN TOUR as he was personable, professional, and never rushed my husband & I through the caverns. There are not many places in the country where a completely inexperienced person can gear up and then climb, crawl, and hike through caves with a seasoned cave explorer. There is nothing to be afraid of as the guides are very experienced and with you the entire way and you cannot get lost with a solid light on your helmet! I was the slowest so the guide and my husband patiently followed in front of and behind me. The guide can offer you his arm or leg for leverage, but he cannot pull or push you. That worked perfect for my bad knee & ankle. We took breaks whenever needed and the guide brings snacks and water for the break in the 'Big Room' and when we took a moment to turn off all our lights to reflect in total darkness. One feels completely at peace in there, quiet and calm, with the whole world seeming to be very far away and very far above us. The adventure should take no more than 4 hours. But it took me @2 1/2 hours to reach the end one way, but only @40 minutes to return so we did okay. Then hot showers and a full lunch from the owner! Ya can't beat a unique day like this!! Highly recommend:) (The Meeks on 9-9-20)

It is so awesome to go underground and be cooled off at a nice 55° temperature went outside on the August day was 98°! The price was very affordable and I love the gift shop and all the dinosaur artifacts in the gift shop museum! I will definitely take my out-of-town friends and relatives here again!

We did the Wild Cave Tour and it was so much fun. Our tour guides were Logan & Connor and they were awesome! Our tour was filled with interesting facts, stories, jokes, crickets that looked like spiders, a snack break, a hot lunch, and pictures! This was my first cave tour & it was such a fun experience. I definitely recommend the Wild Cave Tour to anyone up for squeezing into tight spaces, bouldering, & getting muddy. Theres also beautiful alpacas, horses, and super sweet dogs to greet you.