WELCOME TO APPALACHIAN CAVERNS

Welcome! Appalachian Caverns and Campground, located in Northeast Tennessee, is a glorious example of the majesty of nature. It is the perfect destination to experience amazing natural beauty located deep beneath the Earth's surface. The site features guided tours of the caverns, a campground, picnic area, gem mine and gift shop.

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  • Cavern Tours

    We offer a variety of tours ranging from easy to advanced. Look below for prices and descriptions of our tours.

    TOURS & PRICING 

ABOUT US

Archaeological evidence released in February of 2006 revealed that the caverns were used by Early Woodland Native Americans over 1300 years ago. The archeologists found burnt firewood locatd in a fire pit that has been radiocarbon dated to 675 A.D. They also found pottery, arrowheads, and other evidence of habitation.

GEM MINE

Appalachian Caverns has a Gem Mine! Enjoy prospecting for your very own gemstones at our wet or dry-sift site! Kids and adults alike will enjoy discovering precious and semi-precious gemstones. Our bags are mixed with a sand and mineral mix, so we guarantee a find for everyone! Our friendly staff will help make the experience great! Walk-ins welcome!

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APPALACHIAN CAVERNS LOCATION AND DIRECTIONS

420 Cave Hill Road Blountville, TN 37617

FROM VIRGINIA

From VA. I-81 S, Take exit 69 for TN-394 toward Blountville/Bristol. Follow TN-394 E toward Feathers Chapel Rd. Turn right onto Feathers Chapel Rd. Turn right onto Buncombe Rd. Go 1.3 miles and turn left on Cave Hill Road. Go 0.5 miles to caverns on Right. (extra parking on lot directly across the street on left)

FROM 11E

From 11E, take Bluff City / Blountville exit. Turn Left onto TN- 394 W. Follow TN-394 W toward Feathers Chapel Rd. Turn Left onto Feathers Chapel Rd. Turn right onto Buncombe Rd. Go 1.3 miles and turn left on Cave Hill Road. Go 0.5 miles to caverns on Right. (extra parking on lot directly across the street on left)

NORTH BOUND TRAFFIC

Follow I-40 E and I-81 N to TN-394 E in Blountville. Take exit 69 for TN-394 toward Blountville/Bristol. Turn right onto TN-394 E. Follow TN-394 E toward Feathers Chapel Rd. Turn right onto Feathers Chapel Rd. Turn right onto Buncombe Rd. Go 1.3 miles and turn left on Cave Hill Road. Go 0.5 miles to caverns on Right. (extra parking on lot directly across the street on left)