the trees like a bat chasing a bug , ending with a safe landing on the other side . My advice ? Get the two-ride pass for a few bucks more because you will definitely want to experience it again . After the adrenaline rush of the Bat Chaser , the pygmy goats provided a calm and peaceful distraction , grounding us before our next adventure .
Just down the road from Indiana Caverns Family Adventure Park , and nestled among winding country roads , lies the entrance to Squire Boone Caverns in Mauckport , Indiana . We paused to admire the old moss-covered mill and the surrounding creek and woods . Built in 1804 , the working mill is powered by water rushing from the caverns , turning the half-ton millstone . Up the hill , past the soap and candlemaking cabin and pens of pigs and goats , we met our tour guide ( and the resident cavern kitty ) for a short hike down to the cavern entrance . Inside , the wet , cold , and incredibly beautiful caverns are illuminated to highlight the stunning stalactites , stalagmites , and various formations . As we traversed the paved paths and stairs , the sound of rushing water filled the space . It was a magical experience , surrounded by cascading water from above , below , and all around us .
Our tour guide was fantastic , explaining everything from the history of the cave and its discovery to the natural formations and Squire Boone ’ s history as the younger brother of Daniel Boone and his final resting place . She even shared personal anecdotes and some spooky tales of haunted happenings inside the cavern . The hour-long tour was easily navigable with defined walkways , bridges , and stairs . With a temperature of 54 degrees inside , a light jacket is recommended for the ⅓-mile trek . Squire Boone Caverns also features a zip line tour and canopy course , but the underground wonders are the main attraction for me .
Our next stop was the Hayswood Nature Reserve and Indian Creek Trail . Just past the expansive
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