Ferries have long been an important means of transportation in what is now Mammoth Cave National Park. This vintage photograph shows a vehicle going across Green River via ferry over 80 years ago.
In an effort to preserve this iconic transportation tradition for continued service in the 21st century, upgrades to the Green River Ferry will begin on July 22, 2019. The project will be completed by November 15, 2019.
Photo description: A truck is hauled across Green River on a ferry in 1938 while several men work to steer the vessel.
Sarah Hendess
Hows that Houchin Ferry holding up?......
You leaking sewer pipes could be fixed by using duel containment pipe and man holes in the spots where they are located threw the park so if one pipe leaks the other one catches it
Derrick Compton: IMPORTANT UPDATE
Have they started moving in to start the project? A confirmed start date this time??
Looks like they didn't let high water shut them down in 1938.
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Heat Exhaustion & Heat Stroke
Heat indices will be very high throughout the 4th of July week at Mammoth Cave National Park. We would like to encourage all visitors to take precautions to ensure their personal safety. When hiking surface trails make sure to drink plenty of water, carry a trail map, and let someone know your route. See the attached diagram illustrating the symptoms of Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke. Enjoy your parks and keep it safe!
