About Lost World Caverns in Lewisburg, WV
A natural cavern discovered in 1942, with named formations and a self-guided route beneath the Greenbrier Valley.
Beneath Lewisburg since its discovery
Explore a cavern discovered in 1942
Lost World Caverns is a natural cave attraction in Lewisburg, West Virginia. The visitor route descends about 120 feet below the surface and follows a half-mile loop through a large chamber. A self-guided sheet and interpretive signs help visitors identify the formations along the way.
The cavern stays near 52°F all year. The cave's mapped length is listed as 1.25 miles, and its depth is listed as 235 feet. The regular visitor walk takes about 45 minutes to an hour and includes approximately 350 steps.
Book the self-guided cave tourFormations to look for
The Snowy Chandelier is described as a 30-ton compound stalactite. The Bridal Veil is a column of sparkling white calcite. The War Club is a 28-foot stalagmite with a well-known local story: Bob Addis sat on it for nearly 16 days in an effort to earn a place in the Guinness Book of World Records.
These formations are part of a much larger underground landscape shaped by mineral-rich water. Take time to read the signs and guide sheet, and keep to the marked visitor route during the self-guided tour.
Choose the visit that suits your group
The General Admission route is a self-guided walk for all ages. The separate Wild Cave Tour is guided and more physically demanding, with crawling, climbing, and muddy passages. It is listed for ages 10 and older and lasts about four hours underground. Read the complete Wild Cave Tour requirements before reserving.
Lost World Caverns also lists gem mining, an educational field trip, a natural history museum, and a gift shop. The school field-trip page preserves group rates, while the museum and gift shop page covers visitor-center exhibits and facilities.
Plan a comfortable visit
The cave stays near 52°F regardless of the season. A light jacket and comfortable walking shoes are recommended for General Admission. The last tour starts 45 minutes before closing; hours change by season, and the attraction is closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Check the current seasonal schedule before traveling to 907 Lost World Rd, Lewisburg, WV 24901.
For help comparing the two experiences, visit the Lost World Caverns tour guide or call (304) 645-6677.
Plan your visit
Choose a cave tour in Lewisburg
Compare the self-guided loop and guided Wild Cave Tour before you pick a date.