The caverns of Bonne Terre Mines are larger than the town itself. Visitors can take a guided tour through the lead and silver mines that operated from 1870 until 1962. Among the sights are old mining tours and a billion gallon underwater lake. Boat tours are available on the weekend.
Location:
Bonne Terre Missouri
Telephone
573-358-2148
(Bonne Terre) Bonne Terre Mines Tours
(Imperial) Mastodon State Historic Site
(Ironton) Silver Mine Dam
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