River Styx Spring Trail
A short walk to the spring where the River Styx empties from Mammoth Cave.
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River Styx Spring Trail Details
Starting at the Historic Entrance, the River Styx Spring Trail leads you through lush forests, along wooden walkways and bridges, and finally to the River Styx Spring. This is where the river empties from Mammoth Cave. In the right light, the water looks bright turquoise and the stone slabs are spectacular where the water pools under an impressive overhang. You can continue to the bank of the Green River; look around you at the incredible girth of the sycamore trees here. This short walk is worthwhile if you just have an hour or two to explore. You can also hook up with the Green River Bluffs Trail, Echo Springs River Trail, or Sunset Point Trail for a longer trek.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
1.2 miles
Estimated time
30 minutes
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around River Styx Spring Trail
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Dixon Cave Trail
This out-and-back Dixon Cave Trail leads to the Dixon Cave, although the cave is closed to visitors.
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Old Guides Trail
This short trail leads from the Heritage Trail near the hotel to the cave's historic entrance.
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Historic Entrance Trail
Take this trail from the Mammoth Cave Visitor Center to the cave's historic entrance.
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Mammoth Passage Tour
Visit the historic entrance to Mammoth Cave, where the cave was first discovered over 4,000 years ago.
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Snowball Tour
This incredible tour descends deep into the cave system, where you'll see countless gypsum formations and have lunch in the Snowball Room.
