Natural Bridge Caverns

Natural Bridge Caverns, 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Rd, San Antonio, TX 78266, USA

Introduction

The Natural Bridge Caverns is a well-preserved limestone cave that was accidentally discovered by four university students in 1960. The cave features exquisite and unique landscapes, resembling the work of master sculptors. It is one of the largest "living" stalagmite forests in Texas and a popular tourist attraction. The name of the cave comes from a natural limestone slab at the entrance that forms a bridge. The surface of the area appears ordinary, covered with small rocks, but once you descend about 200 feet underground, you will be amazed by the beautiful crystalline palace-like formations. Every 30 minutes, a guide takes visitors on a tour of the cave, which takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes. Inside the cave, you need to pass through narrow passages and walkways on cliff faces, but there are also stair-like stone steps to climb and platforms for resting and enjoying the scenery. The chambers in the cave vary in size, with the largest "Singing Hall" even bigger than a football field. Visitors can admire various types of rock formations, and the temperature inside the cave remains around 22 degrees Celsius all year round, with high humidity. Therefore, it is recommended for visitors to wear cloth or rubber-soled shoes.