Dunbar Cave State Park

Dunbar Cave State Park is a protected area centered on a limestone cave near Clarksville, Tennessee, preserving natural cave features and archaeological resources. The cave has been an object of local interest for both its geology and its evidence of prehistoric human activity.

The cave contains a large entrance chamber and passages that were developed for public access in the 20th century, and the park includes trails and picnic areas on the surface. Interior features and archaeological deposits in the cave have been documented by researchers.

The site has been used by people for many centuries and later operated as a show cave with managed visitor access; conservation and safety measures influence current access policies. The surrounding parkland provides short walks and interpretive information.

Dunbar Cave sits on the outskirts of Clarksville in Montgomery County, Tennessee, within the Cumberland Plateau/Highland Rim transition near local road access.

• Archaeology: The site contains archaeological evidence of prehistoric human use; artifacts and markings inside the cave attest to long-term human presence.
• Tours and access: Public cave tours have been offered historically but may be subject to seasonal closures and conservation restrictions, so check current park status before visiting.

What to See #

• Cave entrance and chambers: The limestone cave itself, including the main entrance chamber and inner passages that were historically shown to the public.
• Park trails and visitor area: Park grounds with trails, picnic areas and a visitor area near the cave entrance managed by the state park authority.