Outdoors
Caves near New Braunfels
14 named caves within 75 miles, nearest first, with a map and directions.
Caves within 75 mi
14
Closest
13.2 mi
Natural Bridge Caverns
Worth the drive
Map
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All caves, nearest first
- 13.2miNatural Bridge Caverns
- 13.9miBracken Cave
- 20.7miRock Dove Cave
- 21.4miJacob's Well
- 21.4miCub Cave
- 31.5miCave Without a Name
- 33.4miCascade Caverns
- 33.8miLost Oasis Cave Preserve
- 36miWonder Cave
- 40.9miAirmen's Cave
- 41.1miBackdoor Cave
- 57.5miCambria Cavern
- 66.4miInner Space Cavern
- 67.7miLonghorn Cavern State Park
Straight-line distance from the center of New Braunfels; driving and trail distances are longer.
Before you go
Show caves run guided tours with lighting and paths; wild caves need training, gear and often a permit.
Caves stay near the area’s year-round average temperature, often in the 50s °F, even in summer.
Many caves close seasonally to protect hibernating bats from white-nose syndrome. Follow closures and decontamination rules.
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Questions
What is the closest cave to New Braunfels?
Natural Bridge Caverns, about 13.2 miles from the center of New Braunfels.
How many caves are near New Braunfels?
14 named caves are within 75 miles.
Can you visit caves near New Braunfels?
Some are show caves with guided tours and others sit in parks with marked trails. Check each cave’s park or operator for tour times, closures and age limits before you go.
Sources: Wikidata and OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), checked 2026-11-08; photos from Wikimedia Commons under the licenses shown. Access, fees and conditions change; check before visiting.