This summer has brought sweltering temperatures that have left people nostalgic for the months of days under 70 degrees. Luckily, if you’re looking for a cooler summer getaway, there are some natural wonders that remain in the mid-50s all year-round.
When you’re planning your next day trip, check out some natural getaways in these caves and caverns in and around Delaware.
A warning: The caves and caverns listed below are not considered wheelchair-accessible due to their steep slopes and narrow passageways.
Here are some (literally) underground tourist attractions to check out for your next road trip.
Beaver Valley Rock Shelter Site
810 Beaver Valley Road, Brandywine Hundred
If you’re looking for a spelunking adventure, you don’t have to drive across state lines.
Located at Delaware’s border off Beaver Dam Road, in true Delaware fashion, this cave is relatively small – just 56 feet long. In the non-winter months, the surrounding greenery can make it hard to spot. But there is a small trail at Beaver Dam Road and Beaver Valley Road where visitors can walk up, turn right after the house and navigate through the woodsy terrain to the cave’s opening.