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The Great Saltpetre Preserve

The Great Saltpetre Preserve
P.O. Box 1402
Mount Vernon, Kentucky 40456
gsp@caves.org

Two Shows in 2012

Saturday, August 18th
in Great Saltpetre Cave
Click for Details

2012 Open House - Free Cave Tours
Saturday, May 19, 2012 - 9am to 5pm
Sunday, May 20, 2012 - 10am to 4pm
(Always the weekend after Mother's Day)
Special Features for 2012:
200th Anniversary of the War of 1812
1800-1815 Living History Encampment
Demonstration Saltpetre Vat
Local History and Local Authors
Public Welcome - More Information

Welcome to the internet home of the Great Saltpetre Preserve of Rockcastle County, Kentucky. The Great Saltpetre Preserve is the home of a historic limestone cave once mined for saltpeter. The cave is now normally closed to visitors, except for the annual Open House. The remainder of the grounds consist of a natural preserve consisting mostly of pasture and woodlands. The property is managed for historical purposes in an attempt to preserve a part of Kentucky's natural beauty for generations to come.

About the Preserve

Information and history about the preserve are now available online. Please also read the FAQ's and rules of visiting the preserve.

Liability Waiver

Everyone who visits or camps at the GSP preserve must complete and have on file a liability waiver. For more information on this and to download the form, please...

Photo Galleries

After a long time offline, photo galleries are back online. Check these to see photographs of the preserve, Great Saltpetre Cave, and recent events held on-site.

Site Last Updated On April 15, 2012

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