Explore An Historic Lead Mine 400-Feet Below The Surface On This Boat Ride In Missouri

Missouri's got quite a few jaw-dropping hidden gems, including Bonne Terre Mine. The historic former lead mine has beckoned visitors with perhaps the best boat ride in Missouri. Deep below the ground, the former mine is also home to the world's largest freshwater scuba diving spot in the world. Whether you're visiting for a Missouri boat ride or to go scuba diving, you're in for an unforgettable adventure at Bonne Terre Mine in Missouri. Let's dive deep into one of the best things to do in Missouri.

Bonne Terre Mine draws curious visitors with its walking and boat tour of the former lead mine, one of the largest in the world that opened in 1860.

The man-made mine boasts the massive Billion Gallon Lake, which comes with some pretty impressive stats. Billion Gallon Lake consists of one billion gallons and spans 17 miles.

Even if you don't go on a diving adventure, you can admire the crystal clear water on your underground boat and walking tour. To start your epic underground adventure, you'll descend down the 65-step staircase.

Once underground the fun really begins as you start your approximately 55-minute boat and walking tour. The tour provides a unique glimpse of such artifacts as...

Ore carts deep below the water's surface, an elevator, and wrapped pillars. Look above you to admire the once bustling, now abandoned, wooden catwalks.

Look over the side of your boat and into the water - as far as 300 feet down - to get a glimpse of the abandoned mine tools from more than five decades ago.

Your tour will include lively narration, giving you a peek inside the mine's rich history. You'll also learn some fun tidbits about the film and TV spots that have been recorded here.

If you're a certified scuba diver, you'll likely want to dive deep into the crystal clear Billion Gallon Lake for an up-close view of the former mine.

The water is even billed as offering "100-foot visibility," making for a one-of-a-kind diving experience.

Find days, hours, and more information on the official website of Bonne Terre Mine.

See what it’s like to dive deep into the waters of the mine :

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