Howe Caverns Is The Deepest Place That You Can Venture To In New York And There’s Even A Boat Ride
Depending on how long you’ve been a reader here at Only In New York, you’ve most likely read about noteworthy attractions like Whiteface Memorial Highway – the highest paved road in all of New York State or landmarks like the tallest bridge in our state AKA the Verrazzano Bridge that you can find downstate. While your initial thought may be to explore all around aboveground in the Empire State, if you’re brave enough to head beneath the earth’s surface, you can find some truly amazing and one-of-a-kind attractions that are worth your attention! If you’re ready to make your way to one of our state’s deepest destinations then be sure to check out how you can now officially go for a tour of our area’s deepest boat ride.
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Bringing you out to the often underrated Schoharie County, Howe Caverns is one of the most unique natural attractions that you'll ever get the chance to explore here in New York State.
Upon entering Howe Caverns, before you officially head underground, you'll find a whole map that will show you exactly what's laid out beneath the earth's surface and waiting for you during this adventure.
For those who are unfamiliar with Howe Caverns and the history of this unique underground space in the Empire State, Howe Caverns was first discovered and explored back in 1842 - on May 22nd to be exact, after local farmer Lester Howe began taking note that his cows were repeatedly making their way towards a dark opening in the ground!
Taking you just shy of 160-feet underground, currently, during the COVID-19 pandemic, you'll find Howe Caverns up and running for Traditional Cave Tours through reservation only.
Right now, New Yorkers and those who are able to visit from out of the area can find Howe Caverns Traditional Cave Tours available Wednesday through Sunday, beginning at 9 a.m. on each operating day.
That's right, lasting roughly 90-minutes long, you'll make your way through an extensive underground cave system that will also take you out onto an underground body of water - Lake Venus!
So, if you're ready to cross one of our state's most epic adventures off of your bucket list, then be sure to start planning your trip to Howe Caverns in New York before their Traditional Cave Tour reservations quickly fill up.
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