Clarksville, TN – Dunbar Cave State Natural Area has been a State Park since 1973. The cave and its surrounding 110 acres have considerable scenic, natural and historical significance. The entrance offered shelter to prehistoric Native Americans as far back as 10,000 years.
Dunbar Cave State Natural Area will present many nature programs during the year. There are programs for children and adults.
The upcoming events include: Candlelight Yoga at the Cave, Make a Butterfly Feeder and Unknown Realms.
July 20th
Candlelight Yoga at the Cave
Time: 7:00pm – 8:15pm
Join us for Candlelight Yoga classes at the mouth of Dunbar Cave. In the cool air currents of the cave, participants enjoy a relaxing, gentle flow class, while holding some postures and connecting with breath in the tranquil setting of Dunbar Cave. This is a great intermediate yoga practice, wonderful for couples and friends, with modifications available for beginners or advanced practitioners.
Instructor is Shana Thornton, 200RYT registered with Yoga Alliance.
Participants need to arrive with enough time to walk to the mouth of the cave from the parking area. Follow the paved trail by the lake. Class takes place at the mouth of the cave.
Since it is summer and participants are practicing outside, please apply bug spray if needed, prior to reaching the mouth of the cave. If needed, participants should bring your own yoga mat, water, and a towel to dry off.
Meet at: The cave entrance
Price: $15.00
For more information on this event contact Shana Thornton at www.thorncraftpublishing.com/contact.html
Make a Butterfly Feeder
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am
Join Carly in the AV room to learn about butterflies and make your own butterfly feeder to take home. Cost is $2.00 to cover supplies and pre-registration is required as space is limited
Meet at: The Visitor Center
Price: $2.00
For more information on this event contact Carly Rekosh at 931.648.5526.
Mindfulness Hike + Guided Meditation
Time: 9:00am – 10:00am
Meet Sidney at the visitor’s center for a serene walk around the short loop followed by a guided meditation as you cool off by the cave. Please wear clothing you can move in, closed toed shoes, and bring a water bottle. Bug spray is advised.
Meet at: The Visitor Center
For more information on this event contact Sidney McCarty at 931.648.5526.
Unknown Realms
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Already taken our regular cave tour? Then join us for an extended journey into the depths. We will get off the normal tour route and explore some of the more remote areas of the cave. No crawling is required but some passages are tight so you may get muddy.
Due to the rugged nature of this route participants need to be at least 10 years old and in good physical condition. Ceiling heights are very low in many places. Flashlights (no cell phones or headlamps) and sturdy shoes or boots are required.
Only 10 spaces are available for this very special tour so book now!
Meet at: Visitor Center
Price: $20.00
For more information on this event contact Park Ranger Adam Neblett at 931.648.5526 or email adam.neblett@tn.gov
July 21st
Owl Pellet Dissection
Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Whooooo’s ready?
Would you like to expand your knowledge on some of our mysterious nocturnal creatures?
How would you like to take an in depth look at the specified diet of our feathered predators?
Join seasonal ranger Marley Williams for a classroom style dissecting experience where we will discuss a Barn owl’s hunting habits, their diet and their unique digestive system.
This interesting information will be followed with a hands on activity where we will dissect sterilized Barn owl pellets. We will keep track of what we are finding then compare information to test our knowledge.
If this hands on learning experience interests you please register online to reserve your very own pellet to dissect!
To participate you must be able to hold/use tools and write answers or be helped by an adult.
Meet at: The Visitor Center
Price: $10.00
For more information on this event contact Marley Williams at 931.648.5526.
Unknown Realms
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Already taken our regular cave tour? Then join us for an extended journey into the depths. We will get off the normal tour route and explore some of the more remote areas of the cave. No crawling is required but some passages are tight so you may get muddy.
Due to the rugged nature of this route participants need to be at least 10 years old and in good physical condition. Ceiling heights are very low in many places. Flashlights (no cell phones or headlamps) and sturdy shoes or boots are required.
Only 10 spaces are available for this very special tour so book now!
Meet at: Visitor Center
Price: $20.00
For more information on this event contact Park Ranger Adam Neblett at 931.648.5526 or email adam.neblett@tn.gov
Dunbar Cave State Park Programs Information
Programs are free unless noted otherwise. All programs require reservations by the Deadline Listed. Programs with no reservations by the deadline will be canceled.
All programs begin at the Visitor Center unless another site is listed.
Children must be accompanied by an adult (one adult for each three children).
Age limits are definite – please do not sign up a child who is younger or older than the age limits given.
Dunbar Cave State Park is located at 401 Old Dunbar Cave Road, Clarksville Tennessee.
Call 931.648.5526 for reservations.
