Property Access
Property access is managed by the National Speleological Society. You can request access by clicking on the following link:
Before you request permission, please ensure you are familiar with our policies. If you are a non-member, please allow a minimum of one calendar week response time. Contributing and Donor membership levels should expect a response within 24-72 hours of their request.
Active members have full access to the property and do not need to request access, but may need to request the current property gate combination prior to visiting.
A caretaker may be on site, but requestors or group leaders are responsible for the actions of their group.
IMPORTANT: A terrible disease called White Nose Syndrome is decimating bats in the eastern United States. Any visitors requesting access to Buckner Cave who have caved in the currently-defined 17-state area must agree to comply with all gear, clothing, and equipment decontamination measures prior to being granted permission to visit the cave.