Smoke Hole Caverns, Show cave in Petersburg, United States.
The limestone caves extend through multiple chambers featuring mineral deposits, stalactites, and stalagmites formed naturally by water erosion.
Native American tribes used these caves for shelter and ceremonial purposes long before European settlers arrived in the Appalachian region.
Local storytellers share traditional tales of Civil War soldiers who hid supplies and treasures within the deep recesses of the caverns.
Guided tours operate daily from 9 AM to 4 PM, with temperature remaining constant at 56 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the year.
The cave system contains rare helictite formations that grow in different directions, defying gravity due to hydrostatic pressure.
Location: West Virginia
GPS coordinates: 38.98580,-79.26670
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:20
West Virginia combines natural areas with historic sites. The state features waterfalls, mountain peaks, caves and old railroad tracks. Visitors find national forests, historic battlefields and mineral springs. The region displays geological formations, abandoned mining towns and astronomical observatories.
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