Posted in Iowa April 07, 2019 by

You Can Explore An Iowa Cave By Boat On This Bucket-List Worthy Adventure

If you’re looking for a unique adventure, head to one of the coolest Iowa caves and hop in for an underground boat tour. No walking required – just sit back and relax as you explore a flooded cave in one of Iowa’s most charming regions.

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Iowa is home to a lot of campgrounds, but only Spook Cave Campground lets you take an underground boat ride!
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Stop by the campground in MacGregor, Iowa to buy your tickets for a bucket list worthy adventure.
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You'll hop into the boat at the campground's dock and head out on your guided cave tour.
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Your Captain will tell you all about the history of Spook Cave and the campground as they guide you towards an underground adventure.
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The cave is lighted and always a chilly 47 degrees. You'll learn about stalactites and stalagmites as you pass through.
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The underground river will take you on a journey like no other, and you'll emerge from the darkness ready to spread geologic knowledge!
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You’ll find Spook Cave Campground at 13299 Spook Cave Rd, McGregor, IA 52157. You can find rates and tour schedules online here.

For a less watery caving adventure in the Hawkeye State, read about how you can Venture Nearly 100 Feet Deep Below The Earth At These One Of A Kind Caverns In Iowa.