The cave’s named for an underground lake — really more like a large pool — of clear, cool water. Our tour took about 40 minutes. The year-round air temperature is 52 degrees. Bring a jacket.

People over the age of 12 can tour Crystal Cave for $20, while ages 4 to 11 can enter for $15. Mini golf and gemstone panning cost an additional $6 and $8, respectively.

You could add that to your coming-year bucket list, if you're up for joining a tour of the Crystal Ice Cave at Lava Beds National Monument.

Clear pure water flows in the cave. Insiders look at Lost River Caverns in Hellertown on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2017. The limestone caverns consists of 5 chambers. Discovered in 1883 the cavern was ...

Crystal Cave in Sequoia National Park, California, reopens for the season, offering guided tours and a magical underground experience after a 4-year closure.

Crystal Cave in Sequoia National Park, California, reopens for the season, offering guided tours and a magical underground experience after a 4-year closure.

No better way to escape than 70 feet below ground. As the proud owner of the Crystal Cave, McMaster also inherited its history. "It wasn't until 1881 that it was discovered by people," McMaster said.

People use their intuition." The Crystal Cave is located at 1899B Fruitville Road, Sarasota; for more information, including classes and special events, visit crystalcave.me or call (941) 346-6203.

The cave is a development effort for businessman Tom Kerr, 56, who lives in a home on top of the underground chamber. Kerr sees his Crystal City Underground project as one day being a cultural ...

The same holds true in Iowa. Spook and Crystal Lake Caves are owned by families who welcome visitors for touring. Maquoketa Caves in the state park of the same name are owned by the state.