Kid's Cave Camp 2025: Explore Crystal Caverns in Pennsylvania
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for children with average fitness levels, involving walking on gentle cave trails and light physical activities.
Overview
Give your child the gift of exploration with Kid's Cave Camp 2025 at Lincoln Caverns & Whisper Rocks. This unique summer camp combines fun, learning, and real gem-panning adventures in Pennsylvania’s captivating crystal caverns.
Kid's Cave Camp 2025
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About This Adventure
Join Lincoln Caverns for an unforgettable summer adventure at Kids Cave Camp! Children will explore stunning crystal caverns, engage in hands-on geology crafts, and pan for real gems. With small groups, interactive tours, and a special pizza lunch, this camp promises a unique blend of fun and education for all campers!
Hands-On Summer Fun & Adventure Lincoln Caverns has combined their expertise and experience of over 30 years of highly acclaimed educational programs to provide your child with a unique & fun-filled summer adventure!
Register with confidence! Small groups & a safe environment!
Adventurer Camp • For children entering grades 2 through 6 • Dates: June 9—13 OR July 7—11 • Monday—Friday 9:00 AM—12:00 PM • Caving field trip on Thursday
Trailblazer Camp • For children entering grades 6 through 12 • Dates: June 16—20 OR July 14—18 • Mon.-Wed. & Friday 9:00 AM—12:00 PM • Thursday 9:00—4:00 Caving field trip
COST: $180.00 per child, less discounts if registered by April 30, 2025
Available Discounts: • Early Bird: $5.00 (code - EARLY5) • Returning Camper: $5.00 (code - RETCAMP) • Sibling Discount: $5.00, Each additional sibling (code - SIBLING5) • Bring a Friend to Camp: $5.00 per child discount (use code - FRIEND5) (Friend’s registration must include referring Camper’s name and be received prior to or with referrer’s registration.)
Kids Cave Camp 2025 includes all this… • Interpretive Cavern Tours Interactive themed tours of Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks, two spectacular crystal caverns, with an emphasis on cave conservation, and always geared to the age level of the Campers. • Great Cave & Geology Crafts Cave, rock, fossil & water crafts with each themed day—new and different choices each year! • Special Kids Cave Camp T-shirt Always original, always fun to tie-dye and create one of a kind Kids Cave Camp personalized t-shirts. All materials included. • Educational Materials Hands-On experiments & activities, exploring the world of caves & karst, bats & cave life, soil & groundwater, and rocks & minerals too! • Pan For Real Gems Each participant receives a bag of rough mineral mix to pan for gems in Lincoln Caverns’ sluice. • Nutritious Snacks & Pizza Lunch Nutritious snacks provided during the first four days with a special pizza lunch on the fifth day of Kids Cave Camp. • Kids Cave Camp Photos Great photos of both Camper groups and individual Campers to take home on closing day. • Raystown Rocks Gift Shop Features a large rock and mineral section, books and educational toys. Visit us on the final day of Camp and enjoy a $10 certificate on us!
Adventure Tips
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Sturdy, closed-toe shoes are important since trails and cavern floors can be uneven and slippery.
Bring a Water Bottle
Stay hydrated before and after cave tours as the underground air can feel dry.
Dress in Layers
Caverns maintain a cool temperature year-round, so layering clothing keeps kids comfortable.
Follow Guide Instructions
To preserve the delicate cave formations and ensure safety, always listen carefully to the guides.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Eastern small-footed bats in cave entrances
- White-tailed deer in surrounding forests
History
Lincoln Caverns has been a popular tourist destination since the 1930s, showcasing unique geologic formations documented over decades.
Conservation
The site follows strict cave preservation guidelines to protect fragile mineral formations and local habitats from impact caused by visitors.
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Recommended Gear
Closed-Toe Hiking Shoes
Provide grip and protection while walking on uneven cavern floors.
Reusable Water Bottle
Keeps campers hydrated during and between activities.
Light Jacket or Sweater
Caves maintain a consistent cool temperature year-round.
Backpack
Useful for carrying snacks, extra clothes, and personal items throughout the day.