Longhorn Cavern State Park — Attraction in Marble Falls

Yelpers this place is a hidden gem in Texas. I lived in Texas all my life and I never knew about this place. Today I was going to take my two children and my nephew to Blue Bonnet cafe. Then I was like let me search for something to do while we are in the area. And this is what I found.

This place is educational about Texas and how caverns are formed. I was really impressed with our tour guide Jim! He was an amazing tour guide and made it so much fun for my family. He did say if it wasn’t great then Julio Iglesias was our tour guide! ROTFLMAO…

Thankfully we got Jim as our tour guide. And yes Jim I remembered your name! He said most folks forget his name. But how can you forget great tour guide like Jim. Jim was very inspirational, motivating, intelligent with the history of the cavern and history period. He was also comical during the whole tour and kept four teenagers actively engaged with the tour. Not once were they on their phones other than to take photos. And by the way no cell service in the cavern so perfect opportunity for these teenagers to enjoy the great tour of longhorn caverns by Jim!

I cannot say anything bad about Julio Iglesias, why because Jim was the greatest tour guide… And the great thing about our tour, we had the VIP tour. What does that entail? We got Jim all to ourselves since nobody else came when arrived for our tour.

This cavern is one of the youngest in the world. One of the two with that only a river of water flowed through it. The other one was somewhere in Kentucky. Jim taught us about Limestone and how it was created. That limestone only comes from the bottom of the ocean. So in his words Texas was under the oceans millions or billions of years ago.

We also received a class on how caverns are formed. I was truly amazed because I have been to three caverns in my life time and never knew how they are formed. Also, in Texas never knew someone’s property line goes far underground whether they know it or not. At the dead of the tour he will you about that at 130 feet under ground.

As you’re going through the tour with Jim he will teach you about Pareidolia. If you don’t know what that word means you can Google it. If not l, Jim will educate you! Because I never knew that word until I met our tour guide Jim! And if you’re an individual who does see things like you’re not crazy. It’s a natural thing we do as humans.

At one point of the tour you will get to experience a blackout phase for two minutes. I had to say it reminded me of being in Afghanistan or Iraq with total darkness. Except there were no stars or moon light to guide you. It was total darkness. So if you’re afraid of the dark, it’s really not that bad. It’s only two minutes.

And if you’re 6’2 or taller be prepared for some low spots. Don’t worry if Jim can do it all day giving tours so can you. LoL! And don’t use your age, Jim is up there like me but maybe he has 13 or 20 years on me, so that tells you how motivating and inspirational Jim the tour guide is.

We also learned this cavern was built to compete with Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico because Texas was losing money to them. So during the Great Depression this was another thing our federal government did to help create jobs back then after the Great Depression.

Parking is super tight by the main entrance so park in the rear of the entrance if you have a larger vehicle. If this place is busy, parking can be limited.

They do have warning signs about using the restrooms because there are no restrooms down below in the caverns. It’s a 90 minute that felt more like 30 minutes. We were so actively engaged with the tour that we lost track of time.

At the end of the tour, if you have kids or teenagers they will receive a sticker for their participation during the tour.

I highly recommend coming here if you’re from Texas or if you’re from out of state, definitely check this place out! It’s truly an amazing...

As a mom to a wonderful son with autism, we often find comfort and predictability in the familiar. Exploring new places, especially after a recent move, can be a source of significant anxiety for us. Moving to a new state like Texas meant leaving our safe havens behind, so deciding to venture out to Longhorn Cavern State Park was a leap of faith, to say the least. And I am so incredibly glad we took it!

Honestly, I was a bit nervous about how my son would adapt to the new sensory input, the unfamiliar surroundings, and the structure of a tour. From the moment we started, our worries began to melt away, largely thanks to our incredible tour guide, Tanner.

Tanner was not just knowledgeable about the cavern's history and geology – he was genuinely perceptive and kind. He quickly picked up on my son's special needs without me even having to say a word, and made subtle gestures to ensure he felt comfortable and included throughout the entire tour. He was patient, his explanations were clear and engaging, and he created a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere for everyone. His recognition and understanding made all the difference in the world for us.

And then there are the caverns themselves... Wow. They are truly magnificent, beyond what I could have imagined from pictures or descriptions. The formations are breathtaking, the pathways well-maintained, and the overall experience is just awe-inspiring. Even for my son, who can sometimes be overwhelmed by new sights and sounds, the beauty of the caverns held his attention in a wonderful way. We moved through at a comfortable pace, enjoying every moment of this natural wonder.

We all had a wonderful, memorable time, and it was such a relief to know that we could find a place that truly accommodated our family's unique needs. I cannot recommend Longhorn Cavern State Park enough, especially for families who might hesitate to venture out due to special needs. It's a beautiful, welcoming, and truly special place, and we are so grateful for the experience and the kindness shown to us. Thank you, Longhorn Cavern, and especially Tanner, for helping us feel right at home in...

Great experience! Took two of my grandsons (4 & 6) for a “last day of Summer” trip. We had a 10:00AM tour reservation with the “silver bag” option. Arrived at 9:00AM, visited the gift shop, checked in and got our tickets and instructions, and then walked a little around the grounds. The tour started promptly at 10:00AM with a briefing of what to expect, rules, safety, etc. The time in the caverns was fantastic! Just cool enough from the Summer heat, but not cold (we wore jeans and t-shirts). Our tour guide, Jim (not Joe!) was great with loads of information, but also allowed time for us just to take in the sights. He was really good with the kids (total of four in our group of about ten), and answered all of their questions. Jim really did make the entire day worth it. Afterwords we went back to the counter to get our “silver bags” to see what treasures the boys would find. Each bag weighed about ten pounds, and had numerous rocks, arrowheads, large pieces of geodes, shark teeth, etc. The sifting of these bags took around 45 minutes, and the kids absolutely loved it! It was definitely their highlight of the day. I have toured caverns in Barbados, as well as the salt mines in Bavaria. The Longhorn Cavern State Park experience was very unique, entertaining, and memorable. We will absolutely be coming back with more family members for years to come. Thanks again, Jim, for a wonderful time! And remember, if you really like your job, don’t read Earthcore or Mount Fitz Roy!! Click,...