Cave Exploration

About Camp

Join our experienced naturalist for a sneak peek at one of our local caves. Learn about the local geology and history of this hidden wonder. Participants will meet onsite. Please remember to bring: a water bottle, wear long pants, and be prepared to get a little dirty. Also athletic, walking, or hiking shoes (no sandals !) Helmets and lights provided. Cave tour (30 minutes) is mostly walking and stooping. Cave temp is 54 degrees. Trip will include a 1.5 mile hike to cave entrance along the C&O Canal (3 miles total). Any participant under the age of 16 must be accompanied by parent or guardian. MEETING LOCATION: Dam #4 Parking area, Downsville, MD. Go West on I-70 to Hagerstown, Take Exit 28, Rt 632 Downsville Pike South for 5.1 miles. At Downsville, go straight through 4-way intersection onto Dam# 4 Rd. Continue on Dam #4 Rd for approx 3.8 miles to a small parking area on the left at Dam #4.