WATCH: Flood Waters Rush Howe Caverns in Upstate, New York

New York State Get Slammed With Wet Weather

Have you noticed a weather pattern over the last few months, specifically on the weekends?

If you noticed, you're on to something. According to New York State Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Services there has been some form of precipitation in the Hudson Valley every weekend since March 8th and 9th.

Watch as 8 Feet of Water Rush Through Howe Caverns

Howe Caverns, according to I Love NY, is the largest cavern in the northeast and the 2nd most visited natural attracting in New York State. It's home to

On Saturday June 7th, 2025, New York was once again slammed with heavy rains. Around 9 am, popular travel destination Howe Caverns shared a soggy update.

They wrote on Facebook: "Current situation! The water rose from 0 to 8ft in 45 minutes then exploded out of Winding Way! "

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Howe Caverns explained that they manage water levels by opening their mechanical dam. They also add that "Ground saturation is always a factor for cave flooding" and that it's not always heavy rain that affects the water level.

They write "For example, if it has been exceptionally dry and the ground is dry, heavy steady rains will not affect the cave. However, if it has been very rainy and the ground is already saturated, heavy rains will affect the water levels in the cave.

Thankfully Howe Caverns monitors the levels in the cave all day long in person and by camera and if the cave floods they share that the water recedes within 24 hours.

Intense Flooding at Howe Caverns Causes Damage

Throughout the day on June 7th, Howe Caverns was providing updates for their followers.

Unfortunately, the flood did end up causing a little bit of damage. Howe Caverns says "This was a big flood. It did take out quite a few bricks." It also knocked some lights out.

The Howe Caverns staff got to work quickly making the repairs so guests could get back to tours and boat rides as soon as possible.

24 hours after the flood, Howe Cavern was back in business. Make your reservation today at HoweCaverns.com.

13 Things To Know Before Visiting the Awesome Howe Caverns

Howe Caverns, located in rural Schoharie County, is the second most visited natural wonder in New York State. Topped only by Niagara Falls. If you plan on being one of the 150,000 or so visitors coming to the caverns this year, here are 13 things to know before coming. There is some great trivia here!

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Take a Tour of Sullivan County, NY's Newest Underground Salt Cave

Crystal Connection is a 1890's antique, Methodist church located in Sullivan County, NY. This is a crystal lover's dream come true.

It's known for being

"One of the largest Crystal & Mineral destinations on the Northeast."

While this may be a place that some people gather often, others can refer to it as a hidden gem in the Hudson Valley. Crystal Connection can also be described as

"a sacred space & crystal haven"

I have never experienced anything similar to Crystal Connection before. The amount of crystals, crystal jewelry, singing bowls, sage and more are fascinating. Crystal Connection also hosts different events and fairs throughout the year.

Take a tour through Crystal Connection's newest underground salt cave experience.

Gallery Credit: Allison Kay, Crystal Connection, YouTube

Tour Secret Caverns, NY's Strangest Tourist Attraction

24/7 Tempo has named Secret Caverns in Howes Cave outside of Cobleskill the strangest tourist attraction in the state of New York! Equal parts quirky, hippie, and astonishing, take a little tour of this destination including their underground caves and waterfall.

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