Abercrombie Caves

Abercrombie Caves is a limestone karst system featuring multiple chambers and passages set within a protected conservation area. The cave network offers several distinct routes for visitors to explore different sections with varying geological features.

Gold miners visited the caves during the 1880s and built a wooden dance platform inside the main chamber for social events. This structure reflects the early connection between the karst system and the surrounding mining communities.

Local mining communities from the 1850s utilized these caves for social gatherings and recreational activities during the Australian gold rush period.

The cave system is best explored with guided tours, as different routes offer varying levels of difficulty and access. Visitors should prepare for changing light conditions and damp surroundings inside the caves.

The main chamber contains the largest natural limestone arch in the southern hemisphere, formed over millions of years by water dissolving the rock. This geological formation creates a dramatic opening that towers above visitors as they walk through the cave.

Location: New South Wales

GPS coordinates: -33.91307,149.35112

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:04