Fun Underground - All Year 'Round!

Open Daily

Everyday Tours depart frequently 9 AM - 6 PM

Tours Depart Rain or Shine  -  No reservations necessary!

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.)

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Mini-Camps are BACK! Click here for more information!

2009 Summer Family Programs

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

NEW! Interpretive Trails to explore!

The Cave is 50 degrees - every day of the year!

See for yourself - Wisconsin natural history  in the making!

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)