Tours Daily - Open Rain or Shine!
Based on CDC Guidelines and the Madison & Dane County Public health. If you are Fully Vaccinated, Facial coverings are optional.
All unvaccinated guests are strongly recommended to wear a mask. Thank you for your understanding!
We highly recommend arriving early* or purchasing tickets online at least 24 hours in advance as tours are limited each day.
*Arrive before 2 pm for best availability of tickets
Hours
We are open daily from 9 am to 5 pm
Self-guided tours depart frequently
Last Cave entry time is 4 pm daily
Cave Admission
Regular Admission (Ages 13+)…$18.95
Child Admission (Ages 4-12)…$10.95
Tot Admission (Ages 3 and under)…Free
Available Daily
- Quarry’s Edge Gift Shop and Mining Sluice – Rocks, minerals, and fossils from all over the world delight geology lovers of all ages! Handpick your favorites or uncover your own collection at the sluice! Indoor sluice is available seasonally.
- Trails – Discover the grounds around the mound! Grab an Interpretive Trail Guide and Geologic Time booklet and learn all about caves, sinkholes, and how Wisconsin has changed through geologic time. Please dress for the weather to explore these nature trails.
What's Happening!
- Monthly Educational Add on: For an additional $2 you can enhance your visit with the educational theme of the month (link to events month by month) and then as you tour the cave you will learn more about that theme, and get a natural souvenir to take home. Themes include Crystals, Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Gems, Geodes, and more! Become a Keys to the Cave member and come every month so you learn about them all!
Contact Us
Phone: 608-437-3038
Email:
info@caveofthemounds.com – general information and inquiries
groups@caveofthemounds.com – group reservations and education department
Hours
Weekdays: 9 am to 5 pm
Entries depart frequently.
Last tour entry at 4 pm
Weekends: 9 am to 5 pm
Entries depart frequently.
Last tour entry at 4 pm