🌊 Lost Sea Adventure Run — MSSD 2025
Saturday, October 4, 2025 — 8:45 AM to ~4:00 PM
Join us for a scenic morning drive, a fascinating underground lake tour, and a gorgeous ride back over the Cherohala Skyway! This trip includes The Dragon, a photo stop at Chilhowee Dam, the Lost Sea Adventure, lunch in Madisonville, and a stunning mountain return.
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📍 Event Details
• Meet: 8:45 AM — Fontana Village General Store parking lot
• Wheels Up: 9:00 AM
• Leader: Jill in NIXIE
• Pace: Moderate — fun for everyone
• Finish: Approx. 4:00 PM back at Fontana Village (subject to “squirrel” delays 🐿)
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🗺 Route Plan
1. Fontana Village → The Dragon (morning warm-up)
2. Photo Stop — Chilhowee Dam
3. The Lost Sea Adventure — Arrive ~10:00 AM for 10:30 tour
4. Lunch — Donna’s in Madisonville
5. Cherohala Skyway Visitor Center
6. Return over the Skyway to Fontana Village
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🎟 TICKETS — MUST PURCHASE IN ADVANCE
The Lost Sea sells out fast — you MUST buy tickets ahead of time for the 10:30 AM time slot on Saturday, Oct. 4.
• Buy here:
https://thelostsea.com
• Click: “BUY TICKETS” (upper right) → choose Daily Tours → book for Oct. 4, 10:30 AM
• Prices: $16.95 kids / $28.95 adults
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⚠️ Footwear Warning
• The cave floor is wet and covered in red mud — it WILL stain white/light shoes.
• Wear shoes you don’t mind getting dirty or bring a swap-out pair.
• Pathways are wide but steep and slippery in places.
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🏞 About The Lost Sea
• America’s Largest Underground Lake — 4+ acres, 140 feet underground
• Recognized as a U.S. National Natural Landmark
• Guided tour (¾-mile walk) + boat ride on the underground lake
• Learn about Cherokee history, Civil War saltpeter mining, rare anthodite “Cave Flowers”, and unique geology
• Constant 58°F inside — bring a light jacket
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