Wild Cave expeditions are guided caving trips through the remote areas of an interlocking network of caves. These expeditions are regarded by many as the most challenging and rigorous cave tour in the country!  Trained cavers guide you through the vast underground network of chambers, canyons, tunnels, small streams, and large waterfalls that are beneath Raccoon Mountain.

This is an exceptional introductory expedition for those interested in caving.  You will do some walking, some stoop walking, and some crawling and see some awesome fossils. The expedition also includes some belly crawls (none of which are too long), a visit to sandpaper slide (most memorable), and the 49-cent squeeze.

Address:
319 W. Hills Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37419

Distance from Outdoor Chattanooga HQ: 10 minute drive

Map(s) and directions: From Chattanooga, take I-24W to exit #174, turn right; go 1.3 miles, Raccoon Caverns on left. Address is 319 West Hills Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37419. Phone # is (423) 821-CAVE or (800) 823-2267.

Activity type: family (you'll get a little dirty)

Dates/Hours: Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas
Memorial Day to Labor Day - open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Fall - 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
All other days 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Estimated Time: 4 hours