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The World’s 100 Best Show Caves

Bridal Cave

Camdenton, United States

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST SHOW CAVES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 85 2026
Bridal Cave

A wet show cave in the Ozarks packed with stalactites, stalagmites and drapery formations, ending at a clear blue pool. Visitors walk through on guided tours of about an hour, with tight squeezes and low spots; a black light tour is also offered.

Highlights

  • Drapery formations
  • Blue pool at the back
  • Black light UV tour

Good to know

  • Tour lasts about 50 to 60 minutes
  • Wet floors, wear shoes with grip
  • Tight, low passages; no strollers or wheelchairs

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