This WNY Haunted Cave Tour is Frighteningly Delightful [Video]
If you're looking for some spooky fun to get into for Halloween, check out the Lockport Haunted Caves. The cave was featured on an episode of SyFy Channel’s Ghost Hunters and was described as “tunnels of terror” (Season 8, Episode 21).
The walking tour will show you the wonders of the historic “Flight of Five” Erie Canal Locks 67-71, which was constructed in 1838, and Locks 34 & 35. You'll experience the engineering wonders of the Erie Canal dating back to the 1800s. After the walking portion, you'll board a boat for the second part of the tour. This underground boat tour will show you the mysterious marvels of the Erie Canal.
Just a 30 minute drive from Niagara Falls or Buffalo, the Lockport Cave & Underground Boat Ride along the Erie Canal is an exciting 75-minute historic guided walking tour through America’s past. Your tour guide will take you on one of the most unique tours on the Erie Canal or in all America. ~ Lockport Cave
Here's what you should know before you go:
- Tours take place daily from 10 am to 4 pm
- Adult tickets are $23.95 + tax, youth tickets are $15.95 + tax and child tickets are $6.00 + tax
- Mask-wearing is up to you
- Purses, backpacks, and sandals are not allowed
- You can bring your camera
You can visit the Lockport Cave website for more info or to make a reservation.
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