Wolf in Carter County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)

The Caves Of Carter County

Photographed By Craig Doda, January 7, 2021

1. The Caves Of Carter County Marker

Inscription. Since the early 19th century, adventurers have been attracted to the caves in this area. For some there was a need to enter the caves because they provided raw materials which improved daily life. Others entered just for the fascination of the wonders and mysteries within the caves. Many caves have been found in the area, each different from the other, each given its own name. Since 1946, Carter Caves State Resort Park has been established to provide visitors with an opportunity to safely see some of the caves, while protecting nature's handiwork for future generations.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Natural Features • Natural Resources • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1946.

Location. 38° 22.65′ N, 83° 7.383′ W. Marker is in Wolf, Kentucky, in Carter County. Marker is on Local Route 8024A, 0.2 miles east of Cave Road, on the right when traveling north. The marker is on the grounds of the Carter Caves State Resort Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Olive Hill KY 41164, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 7 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Seasonal Tours (here, next to this marker); Saltpeter Cave (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Aviation Pioneer / Matthew B. Sellers

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(approx. 4.1 miles away); Home of Gov. Fields (approx. 5 miles away); Carter County 20th Century War Memorial (approx. 5.8 miles away); Historical Mural by Northeast WIA Youth (approx. 5.9 miles away); Tom T. Hall (approx. 5.9 miles away); Beckham County (approx. 6½ miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Wolf.

Photographed By Craig Doda, January 7, 2021

2. The Caves Of Carter County Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on January 12, 2021. It was originally submitted on January 10, 2021, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 178 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 10, 2021, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.