Two caves at Carter Caves State Resort Park have been reopened to limited public use.
Park naturalist Coy Ainsley syas that Laurel Cave and Horn Hollow Cave, which have been closed to the public since 2009, are now open for self-guided exploration.
The closure was part of a nationwide effort to halt the spread of white-nose syndrome, a disease that's usually deadly to bats.
Those who wish to visit the two caves must obtain a permit first, which are free and available at the park welcome center. Ainsley says visitors must also follow decontaminating steps after exploring the caves to help stop the spread of white-nose syndrome.
Laurel Cave is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Horn Hollow Cave is open all year.