A Legacy Beneath Your Feet
For over a century, one family has preserved one of America’s most historic places—so your family can experience it today.
More than a cave. More than a park.
A place where history, family, and purpose come together.
Hours
Fri : 10 AM - 5:30 PM | Sat : 10 AM - 5:30 PM
Sun : 12 PM - 5:30 PM | Mon : 10 AM - 5:30 PM
Closed Tue - Thurs except for group appointment
ADDRESS
5181 DeSoto Caverns Parkway
Childersburg, AL 35044
PHONE
256.378.7252
Why Stewardship Matters
A Place Cared for by Generations of Family
A place like this isn’t built. It’s entrusted.
For generations, Majestic Caverns has been cared for—not just as a business, but as something worth preserving.
Because when something holds history, wonder, and the fingerprints of those who came before us… you don’t just manage it. You take care of it for the people who come next.
You protect it.
You honor it.
You share it.
That’s what stewardship means to us. And it’s why every family who walks through these caverns becomes part of something bigger than themselves.
For our family, this stewardship is rooted in something deeper. We believe this cave is part of God’s creation—something we’ve been entrusted to care for, protect, and share with others.
That belief shapes how we serve our guests, how we preserve this place, and how we tell its story.
Step Into America’s Story
Long before it became a place for family adventure, this cave was a place of survival, discovery, and legacy.
• A sacred site for Native Americans
• Encountered during the 1540 expedition of Hernando De Soto
• Documented in 1796 under President George Washington as the first recorded cave in the United States
• Mined for saltpeter during the Civil War
• Transformed through generations into a place families can experience today
This isn’t just history you read about.
It’s history you walk through.
Five Generations. One Responsibility.
In 1912, Ida Mathis made a decision that would shape the future of this place. At a time when the cave was valued for what could be taken from it, she chose to preserve it instead. Ida wasn’t just a landowner—she was a nationally recognized agricultural reformer, known as the “Economic Moses of the South,” who helped lead Alabama through one of its most difficult economic seasons. When mining the cave proved unprofitable, she didn’t walk away. She ensured it stayed in her family.
Most people would have sold it.
She chose to keep it.
Over a century later, that decision still matters.
Today, Majestic Caverns is still owned and operated by her descendants—five generations later—continuing the same mission of preserving, protecting, and sharing this place with others.
This isn’t just a business.
It’s a responsibility that has been passed down for generations.
Ida Mathis
A PLACE THAT STILL KNOWS YOUR NAME
We’re not a corporate attraction. This is a place where your visit actually matters.
We’re a family-owned business in a small town that depends on places like this to create opportunity, provide jobs, and bring people together.
When you visit Majestic Caverns, you’re not just buying a ticket.
You’re supporting:
• Local families
• Meaningful work
• A place that’s still being built with care and intention
In a world of big, forgettable experiences…
this is something personal.
More Than a Cave.
A Full Experience.
Yes—you’ll explore one of the most historic caverns in America.
But your day doesn’t stop there.
You’ll also experience:
• A guided cave tour through stunning formations
• An underground laser light show
• A breathtaking underground waterfall
• Dozens of family-friendly attractions above ground
• A place designed for connection, discovery, and fun
With a constant 60-degree temperature year-round, it’s the perfect place to explore in any season.
Most families spend hours here—and leave wishing they had more time.
This isn’t a quick stop.
It’s the kind of day your family talks about later.
Who We Serve
This place was created and intentionally stewarded for people who want more than just something to do.
We serve:
• Families looking to make meaningful memories
• Schools seeking engaging, educational experiences
• Scouts building confidence and adventure
• Church and youth groups growing together
• Travelers searching for something truly unique
No matter how you arrive—
you leave with something that lasts.
A Legacy Still Being Lived
Stories from the people who have dedicated their lives to this place.
Meet the family who has spent decades preserving and sharing this place—through stories, memories, and firsthand experiences.
Before you explore the caverns, hear from the people who have lived this story for generations.
Be Part of The Story
However you arrive—guest or team member—you become part of something bigger here.
Family Adventure
Make Memories That Last
Step into one of America’s most historic places—
where your family doesn’t just visit…
you experience something unforgettable together.
Work That Matters
Be part of a team that’s preserving something meaningful—
and helping families create memories every single day.
This isn’t just a job. It’s a place with purpose.
