Mammoth Cave National Park

Mammoth Cave National Park is accepting public comments on a proposal to change recreational fees charged for children under the age of six. Comments may be submitted from now through October 27 through the National Park Service’s Planning, Environment, and Public Comment (PEPC) system.

Due to recent rains and favorable weather forecasts, Mammoth Cave National Park officials have lifted the burn restriction that was placed on all open fires within the park. The restriction applied to the use of campfires in the park’s three front country campgrounds, all back-country campsites, and picnic areas. Visitors are now permitted to use the fire pits and grills within these areas.

Aspiring and seasoned astrophotographers are invited to an Astrophotography Workshop at Mammoth Cave National Park on Thursday, Sep. 26. The night’s activities will begin with an evening program at 6:30 p.m. in the outdoor amphitheater and then move to the bus loop behind the visitor center at 7:30 p.m. where participants will set up their astrophotography equipment.

Due to elevated fire danger, Mammoth Cave National Park officials have placed a burn restriction on all open fires in the park effective immediately. The restriction applies to the use of campfires or charcoal grills in the park’s three front country campgrounds, all back-country campsites, and park picnic areas. Gas camp stoves are permitted but should be watched closely during use.

Mammoth Cave National Park will host a river cleanup event for volunteers on Sat., September 14 at 7:30 a.m. CDT. The event is being held in honor of the 9/11 National Day of Service.