Skyline Caverns
A cavern in Front Royal known for rare flower-like helictite formations. It is near the park's northern entrance.
Skyline Caverns lies near the northern entrance of Skyline Drive and opened in 1939. Its highlight is the white helictites (anthodites), which grow outward from the ceiling in all directions. These crystals grow very slowly and are quite rare. The cave also has an underground stream and small waterfalls.
The tour takes about an hour. Family activities include a miniature train and a mirror maze. It is a convenient stop for trips entering or leaving the park through the north entrance.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Dickey Ridge Visitor Center
- Shenandoah River State Park
- Overall Run Falls
- Hogback Overlook
- Marys Rock
- Luray
- Stony Man
- Skyland