Discover Buried Treasure ...           Discover Fun!

Effective March 15, 2008 through May 23, 2008

Weekdays: Tours depart on the hour from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Weekends: Tours depart every half hour 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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. The constant temperature in the cave makes touring comfortable all year round. (Learn more.)

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Snow is melting and spring has sprung!

Cave of the Mounds is open year 'round.

The Cave feels warm and balmy!

See for yourself - Wisconsin natural history  in the making!

Events

NEW! 2008 Summer Programs

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! Come join in the fun and learn why vistors the world over view Cave of the Mounds as one of the best one day trips in the midwest! (Learn more.)