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Cave · Front Royal, Virginia
Skyline Caverns
Caves near Front Royal with anthodites, rare flower- or sea-urchin–like mineral formations, an underground creek and waterfalls inside the rock.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Skyline Caverns
The Skyline Caverns were discovered in 1937 by a geologist at the mountain base, near the park's north entrance. They are smaller than Luray Caverns but known for anthodites, rare mineral formations that grow in all directions, like flowers or sea urchins, from the ceiling.
The guided tour goes through chambers with stalactites, stalagmites and columns, passes an underground creek with fish and reaches small waterfalls inside the cave. The guide explains how anthodites form, very slowly, over thousands of years.
The temperature inside stays around 12 °C year-round.
Outside, there is a small children’s train and a mirror maze, attractions sold separately.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About an hour for the guided visit.
Best time
Any time of year; a good option for rainy or very hot days.
How to get there
They are on US-340, about 2 km from downtown Front Royal and near the north entrance to Skyline Drive.
Tip
Bring a light jacket for inside the cave and shoes with good grip.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Skyline Caverns
What are the anthodites of the Skyline Caverns?
Rare mineral formations that grow in multiple directions, like flowers or sea urchins, from the cave ceiling.
How long is the visit to the Skyline Caverns?
About one hour, with a guide.
Skyline Caverns or Luray Caverns?
Luray has larger chambers and the stalactite organ; Skyline is smaller and quicker, with the anthodites. If you have time, you can visit both.