People might not believe it if they haven't been to Missouri, but the state, which is also known as the Cave State, is home to over 7,000 caves offering a plethora of breathtaking subterranean ...

With more than 7,500 known caves, the Show-Me State is often called the Cave State, and for good reason. In this article, I’ll guide you through Missouri’s most awe-inspiring underground destinations, ...

STANTON, Mo. -- Meramec Caverns, a popular Missouri attraction that draws thousands of visitors each year, will remain closed through the Memorial Day weekend because of potentially harmful vapors ...

Also known as the cave state, Missouri boasts nearly 7,500 caverns including the "Devil's Den" and Crystal Cave. This story was first published in KCUR's Creative Adventure newsletter. You can sign up ...

The caverns are open again for normal business hours, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The EPA said Thursday afternoon that the caverns were safe, as dangerous fumes had dissipated. In early March, testing by the EPA ...

Here are some facts you may not know about Missouri’s caves: Missouri is known as The Cave State, probably because it has over 7,000 documented caves. Why so many caves? One word: karst. It’s a system ...