Perry’s Cave is a natural limestone cave steeped in historical tradition and a registered Ohio Natural Landmark. The discovery of the cave, in 1813, is credited to Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, hero of the battle of Lake Erie. The cave is 208 feet long by 165 feet wide and lies 52 feet below the surface of South Bass Island. View stalactites, stalagmites and cave pearls on the cave’s walls, ceiling and floor created by heavily encrusted calcium carbonate deposits from centuries of water dripping from the ceiling. The temperature remains in the vicinity of 50° year-round.
Descending from the shop area, tours are at frequent intervals. The average tour takes 15-20 minutes, but you may need to allow longer because our courteous and knowledgeable guides talk to you, not at you. Light wrap and comfortable walking shoes with rubber soles are suggested.

Put-in-Bay’s top selling, easy to buy, island package complete with Miller Ferry and
Island Transportation, tours, and favorite attractions. Buy your package at the Miller
Ferry Catawba ticket booth or at The Depot downtown Put-in-Bay.
Adult (12 years & up) $75
Child (6-11 years) $45
Family Fun Packs begin Saturday, May 23 through Labor Day Monday.
Allow 5-6 hours to enjoy this package. Fun Packs are sold until Noon daily.
The last tour train runs at 5:15 pm.
Call 419-285-4855 for further details.

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