School
The cavern tour educates groups on the natural and human history of the cave; including how erosion and chemistry created its spectacular limestone formations. Students will see rooms such as the Lake Room, Imagination Room, and the 70-foot Cathedral Room. Two ¾ mile nature trails are available above ground for groups to explore before or after the tour, and offer a chance to see indigenous wildlife including armadillos, foxes, ringtail cats, roadrunners, and wild turkeys.
supports classroom learning in:
Science
topics covered:
animals, chemistry, geology, speleology
contact info
Phone: 830-755-8080
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Cascade Caverns
Discover Texas down under at Cascade Caverns! Discovered by the Lipan Apace in the 1700s, Cascade Caverns is 132 feet deep and 1,670 feet long. On a tour of the limestone cave, groups will see various cave creatures such as the cave harvestman, bats, and salamanders, as well as the glistening drops of water that decorate the Diamond Ceiling. Groups can also enjoy the nature trails and playground before or after the tour. Tours run every hour. Groups of 14 or more qualify for group rates. Camping is available on site for overnight stay.
contact info
Hrs: Vary by season.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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Cave & Mine Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
In history, caves have been used as shelter, as canvases for cave paintings, for rituals, and for food and weapons storage. In addition to historical relevance, caves also have unique geological features. On your tour be on the lookout for crystals, pools of water, stalagmites, and stalactites.
Mines are filled with useful materials that we use today. Coal is used to create electricity. Gold is used in the making of computers and jewelry. Limestone is used to make sidewalks and statues and monuments. Gypsum is used to make wallboards and plaster which is used in the construction of homes. Ask your tour guides about what the processes are like for mining each of these resources. How long does it take? What do each of these look like in their raw state?
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Scouts
The cavern tour educates groups on the natural and human history of the cave; including how erosion and chemistry created its spectacular limestone formations. Scouts will see rooms such as the Lake Room, Imagination Room, and the 70-foot Cathedral Room. Two ¾ mile nature trails are available above ground for groups to explore before or after the tour, and offer a chance to see indigenous wildlife including armadillos, foxes, ringtail cats, roadrunners, and wild turkeys.
supports scout badges in:
Science
topics covered:
animals, chemistry, geology, speleology
contact info
Phone: 830-755-8080
INFO
ABOUT
Cascade Caverns
Discover Texas down under at Cascade Caverns! Discovered by the Lipan Apace in the 1700s, Cascade Caverns is 132 feet deep and 1,670 feet long. On a tour of the limestone cave, groups will see various cave creatures such as the cave harvestman, bats, and salamanders, as well as the glistening drops of water that decorate the Diamond Ceiling. Groups can also enjoy the nature trails and playground before or after the tour. Tours run every hour. Groups of 14 or more qualify for group rates. Camping is available on site for overnight stay.
contact info
Hrs: Vary by season.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Cave & Mine Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
In history, caves have been used as shelter, as canvases for cave paintings, for rituals, and for food and weapons storage. In addition to historical relevance, caves also have unique geological features. On your tour be on the lookout for crystals, pools of water, stalagmites, and stalactites.
Mines are filled with useful materials that we use today. Coal is used to create electricity. Gold is used in the making of computers and jewelry. Limestone is used to make sidewalks and statues and monuments. Gypsum is used to make wallboards and plaster which is used in the construction of homes. Ask your tour guides about what the processes are like for mining each of these resources. How long does it take? What do each of these look like in their raw state?
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Camp
Campers can tour the Cascade Caverns, and learn about its spectacular limestone formations. They will see rooms such as the Lake Room, Imagination Room, and the 70-foot Cathedral Room. Two nature trails are also nearby, as well as several overnight camping options at the RV park and campground. Cascade Caverns is an ideal destination for camp groups interested in an all-day experience out in nature.
topics covered:
animals, chemistry, geology, speleology
contact info
Phone: 830-755-8080
INFO
ABOUT
Cascade Caverns
Discover Texas down under at Cascade Caverns! Discovered by the Lipan Apace in the 1700s, Cascade Caverns is 132 feet deep and 1,670 feet long. On a tour of the limestone cave, groups will see various cave creatures such as the cave harvestman, bats, and salamanders, as well as the glistening drops of water that decorate the Diamond Ceiling. Groups can also enjoy the nature trails and playground before or after the tour. Tours run every hour. Groups of 14 or more qualify for group rates. Camping is available on site for overnight stay.
contact info
Hrs: Vary by season.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Cave & Mine Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
In history, caves have been used as shelter, as canvases for cave paintings, for rituals, and for food and weapons storage. In addition to historical relevance, caves also have unique geological features. On your tour be on the lookout for crystals, pools of water, stalagmites, and stalactites.
Mines are filled with useful materials that we use today. Coal is used to create electricity. Gold is used in the making of computers and jewelry. Limestone is used to make sidewalks and statues and monuments. Gypsum is used to make wallboards and plaster which is used in the construction of homes. Ask your tour guides about what the processes are like for mining each of these resources. How long does it take? What do each of these look like in their raw state?
View Lesson Plan>>
Homeschool
The cavern tour educates groups on the natural and human history of the cave; including how erosion and chemistry created its spectacular limestone formations. Students will see rooms such as the Lake Room, Imagination Room, and the 70-foot Cathedral Room. Two ¾ mile nature trails are available above ground for groups to explore before or after the tour, and offer a chance to see indigenous wildlife including armadillos, foxes, ringtail cats, roadrunners, and wild turkeys.
supports classroom learning in:
Science
topics covered:
animals, chemistry, geology, speleology
contact info
Phone: 830-755-8080
INFO
ABOUT
Cascade Caverns
Discover Texas down under at Cascade Caverns! Discovered by the Lipan Apace in the 1700s, Cascade Caverns is 132 feet deep and 1,670 feet long. On a tour of the limestone cave, groups will see various cave creatures such as the cave harvestman, bats, and salamanders, as well as the glistening drops of water that decorate the Diamond Ceiling. Groups can also enjoy the nature trails and playground before or after the tour. Tours run every hour. Groups of 14 or more qualify for group rates. Camping is available on site for overnight stay.
contact info
Hrs: Vary by season.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Cave & Mine Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
In history, caves have been used as shelter, as canvases for cave paintings, for rituals, and for food and weapons storage. In addition to historical relevance, caves also have unique geological features. On your tour be on the lookout for crystals, pools of water, stalagmites, and stalactites.
Mines are filled with useful materials that we use today. Coal is used to create electricity. Gold is used in the making of computers and jewelry. Limestone is used to make sidewalks and statues and monuments. Gypsum is used to make wallboards and plaster which is used in the construction of homes. Ask your tour guides about what the processes are like for mining each of these resources. How long does it take? What do each of these look like in their raw state?
View Lesson Plan>>