Green River Ferry, Dennison Ferry, and Houchin Ferry Campground to temporarily close for high water 

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News Release Date: April 3, 2025

Contact: Molly Schroer, 270-758-2192

MAMMOTH CAVE, Ky. – Due to anticipated high-water levels in the Green River, Mammoth Cave National Park will temporarily close the following river access areas and roads starting on the following dates.
Friday, April 4

• Green River Ferry – vehicle ferry operation

Saturday, April 5

• Dennison Ferry Day Use Area and Dennison Ferry Road
• Green River Ferry Road from the intersection with Mammoth Cave Parkway to the intersection of Maple Springs Campground
• Houchin Ferry Campground and Houchin Ferry Road

Closures will be in place until river levels recede, park staff can clean up flooded facilities, and visitor operations can safely resume.

For the most up to date information on the water levels at the Green River Ferry crossing, view the Daily Forecast for the Green River at Mammoth Cave National Park. The website is maintained by the National Weather Service in Louisville, in coordination with the Ohio River Forecast Center.

Status of park roads is updated on our website, www.nps.gov/maca, or on X at @MCNPRoadsFerry. For general park information, please phone (270) 758-2180.