River Styx Spring
The River Styx Spring is where the River Styx empties from Mammoth Cave.
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River Styx Spring Details
The River Styx Spring is where the River Styx empties from Mammoth Cave. Depending on the light, the water can look bright turquoise and the stone slabs are spectacular where the water pools under an impressive overhang. The spring is easily accessible from the visitor center by taking the River Styx Spring Trail.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around River Styx Spring
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0.1 mi away
Sunset Point Trail
A short trail extending from the Sunset Point viewpoint to other trails below.
0.1 mi away
Heritage Trail
This short, lollipop-shaped trail will bring you to Sunset Point and the Old Guides Cemetery Trail before looping back.
0.2 mi away
Echo River Springs Trail
A well-maintained and family friendly forest trail.
0.2 mi away
Old Guides Trail
This short trail leads from the Heritage Trail near the hotel to the cave's historic entrance.
0.3 mi away
Dixon Cave Trail
This out-and-back Dixon Cave Trail leads to the Dixon Cave, although the cave is closed to visitors.
