Cave Field Trips in Lewisburg, West Virginia

Lost World Caverns welcomes school and church groups for an educational cave trip in Lewisburg, West Virginia. The one-hour guided visit introduces cave formation, cave life, and the difference between stalactites and stalagmites.

After the tour, groups can visit the visitor center's dinosaur and natural history exhibits and use the picnic area. Gem mining can be added for an additional fee; call to ask about the current price and availability.

Published school-group rates

• One adult is free for every 10 students.
• Additional adults are listed at $9 each.
• Teachers and bus drivers are listed as free.
• Gem mining is optional and has an additional fee.

The rates above are transcribed from the operator's published field-trip page. Call (304) 645-6677 to reserve and confirm current pricing, group timing, and add-ons for your date.

What students can learn underground

The guided tour uses the cavern itself to introduce geology and cave life. Students can see mineral formations up close and learn why stalactites hang from cave ceilings while stalagmites grow from the floor. After the cave, the natural history museum and picnic area make it possible to extend the visit without leaving the property.

Bring comfortable footwear and a light jacket. The cave stays near 52°F. The regular visitor route includes about 350 steps, so teachers should consider the physical demands for their group and call ahead if they need to discuss access requirements.

Reserve a school or church group visit

School and church groups are reserved by phone. Call (304) 645-6677 to discuss your group. For general admission and the guided Wild Cave Tour, visit the Lost World Caverns tours page. Read about the museum, gift shop, and visitor center before your trip.