Winter Season Schedule - November 16 thru March 14

Weekdays - Monday thru Friday: Tours Depart Daily - Please call for a tour time.

Weekends - Saturday & Sunday: Tours depart on the hour 10AM - 4PM - Rain or Shine - No reservations needed!

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Experience Cave of the Mounds

For more than 60 years, visitors have discovered why this is one of the best one day trips in the midwest! Guided tours on paved, lighted walkways lead visitors past an unforgettable array of crystal formations. Take a break from Chicago Tourism and wisconsin dells resorts - the constant temperature in the cave makes touring comfortable all year round. (Learn more.)

2010 Get Out! Summer Camps Info Here

2010 HOLLOWeen Contest Winners!!

Cave of the Mounds on the Great Wisconsin Birding & Nature Trail

NEW! HUGE Geologic Timeline to explore!

Cave is warm - 50 degrees all year 'round!

Mine for Gemstones - Dig for Fossils

Who needs vacation packages for Wisconsin Dells? Fill your pockets with treasure and create memories to last a lifetime right here at Cave of the Mounds! Young and old alike will enjoy sifting for a dazzling array of real gemstones and authentic fossil specimens at our old fashioned mining sluice. (Learn more.)

Explore Cave of the Mounds Above Ground

Our park grounds are nestled in the rolling hills of beautiful Southwest Wisconsin’s driftless area. Wander our Prairie and Oak Savanna nature trails. Be dazzled in our Butterfly Gardens. Join one of our FREE interpretive programs in our new Discovery Center. And browse in our amazing Rock Shop. (Learn more.)

What's New?

There's always something going on at Cave of the Mounds National Natural Landmark! Join in the fun - whether it's to participate in our new Mini-Camps or to enjoy a unique special event - come see why vistors the world over view Cave of the Mounds as one of the best one day trips in the midwest! (Learn more.)

Dane County land purchase to link Cave of the Mounds with local parks via bike trail. (Learn more.)

Cave of the Mounds is named as a viewing location on the Great Wisconsin Birding & Nature Trail! (Learn more)