Bridal Cave

Bridal Cave near Camdenton is a show cave on the shore of the Lake of the Ozarks, known for its abundant and delicate formations. The cave takes its name from a legend of a Native American wedding said to have been held within it, and it has become a place where couples actually marry. Guided tours lead visitors through chambers filled with stalactites, stalagmites, columns, and draperies, many of them strikingly formed. The cave maintains a cool, constant temperature year-round. Its formations are considered among the more beautiful in the Ozark cave country. The tour is walking-friendly and interprets the cave's geology and folklore. Numerous weddings have been performed in its chapel-like chambers over the decades. The surrounding Thunder Mountain Park offers additional grounds and lake views. Its accessibility from the lake resorts makes it a popular family outing. The combination of natural beauty and romantic legend gives it a distinctive appeal. It is one of the best-known show caves in the region.