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Moaning Cavern
Moaning Cavern Review
A 235-step spiral staircase leads into this vast cavern. More adventurous sorts can rappel into the chamber—ropes and instruction are provided. Otherwise, the only way inside is via the 45-minute tour, during which you'll see giant (and still growing) stalactites and stalagmites and an archaeological site that holds some of the oldest human remains yet found in America. Outside there are three zip lines, starting at $39 per person.
- Address: 5350 Moaning Cave Rd., off Parrots Ferry Rd., about 2 miles south of VallecitoAngels Camp, CA 95251 | Map It
- Phone: 209/736-2708
- Cost: $14.95
- Hours: May--Oct., daily 9--6; Nov.--Apr., weekdays 10--5, weekends 9--5; hrs can vary, call to confirm
- Website: www.caverntours.com
- Location: Angels Camp
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