because it was a hideout for the outlaw Jesse James. it has 5 levels and the first room of the cave is large enough to hold 300 cars.
People visit Meramec Caverns to explore the natural beauty of the underground caverns, see unique rock formations, and learn about the history and geology of the area. The caverns offer guided tours that provide interesting insights and a memorable experience for visitors.
The Meramec River is located near St. Louis, MO. There is a Meramec State Park and Meramec Caverns, both of which have a very interesting history!
Meramec Caverns in Missouri formed over millions of years through the erosive action of groundwater dissolving the limestone bedrock to create the cave system. The slow process of acidic water dissolving the soluble rock formed the caverns, stalactites, and stalagmites that visitors see today.
For spelunking.
Since 2004, visitation to Carlsbad Caverns has been about 400,000 per year.
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The three miles of permitted visitation of Carlsbad Caverns is one of the most accessible and most beautiful caverns in the world, having one of the largest (in terms of volume) underground rooms anywhere.
Meramec State Park was created in 1927.
Meramec Valley Christian School was created in 1996.
The highest attendance was 876,500 in 1976. Lately is has been about a 410,000.
St. Louis Community College-Meramec was created in 1972.
The phone number of the Meramec Valley Branch is: 314-994-3300.