The US state with the longest cave system in the world is Kentucky. The Mammoth Cave System, located in central Kentucky, is the world's longest known cave system, with over 400 miles (640 kilometers) of explored passageways. The cave system is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular tourist destination, offering visitors the chance to explore its vast and intricate underground network of chambers, tunnels, and rivers. The Mammoth Cave System is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including several species of bats and other cave-dwelling creatures.