Cave tours are quite an adventure but did you know you can go wild cave exploring? Alabaster Caverns State Park not only has guided cave tours but they have four undeveloped caves perfect for thrill-seekers looking to go off the beaten path.

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Alabaster Caverns State Park in Freedom, Oklahoma, is home to the largest natural gypsum cave in the world open to the public. The caves are part of the 200-acre state park that offers daily guided tours of the caves.
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There are also four undeveloped caves in the park that are perfect for wild caving.
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The guided tour caves have lights and are led by trained professionals but the undeveloped caves have no lights, pathways, or guides. For only $8 per person, you can buy a permit to go exploring on your own.
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You must have at least three people in your group including at least one adult ages 18 or older. You'll also be required to bring three independent light sources, along with a hard hat.
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It's very common to see bats in the caves, so be prepared for an up-close and personal experience with these interesting creatures.
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Wild caving is open seasonally from April 1 - September 30, 2019. You can visit any day of the week between the hours of 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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Address: Hwy 50 & Hwy 50-A, Freedom, OK, 73842

Click here to read all about Alabaster Caverns State Park and the caves.

If you’re looking for an easy hike to aboveground caves, head to Robbers Cave State Park in the San Bois Mountains in southeastern Oklahoma. Robbers Cave has over 12 miles of trails that wind you through caves, lakes, streams, and breathtaking scenery. The popular caves are made of sandstone (not the usual limestone) and were popular hideouts for outlaws Jesse James and Belle Star. Click here to read more about this fun hike.

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