Perry's Cave

Perry's Cave, located in Put-in-Bay on South Bass Island, is registered as an Ohio Natural Landmark. It is a natural limestone cave that lies 52 feet below the surface of Put-in-Bay. It was discovered in 1813 by Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, hero of the battle of Lake Erie. There are many fascinating things to see inside the cave, such as stalactites, stalagmites, and various formations that the tour guides believe look like various animals, items, etc. The tour guides are incredibly knowledgeable and tell very interesting stories about the history of the cave. There is a rare underground lake inside the cave.