Current COVID-19 protocol.
Cave of the Mounds National Natural Landmark is located in beautiful Dane County, Wisconsin. Dane county currently has the following COVID-19 mandate in place [Dane County Mandate link].
Cave of the Mounds is dedicated to offering wonderful outdoor recreation, and has protocol in place to help protect our staff and guests. [Our Covid Policy].
To help protect our staff and guests, and to support our state and county department of public health departments, please be aware of the following when visiting COTM:
- Dress for the current outdoor weather conditions as well as the 50° Cave and plan to enjoy our beautiful nature trails and outdoor activities while onsite.
- A limited number of Cave tickets per hour are issued in order to help maintain social distancing. You may have a wait time outdoors prior to your cave entry.
- Cave entries are limited to one household at a time in accordance with Dane Counties mandate to allow for proper social distancing
- Due to COVID-19, our building capacities are monitored and enforced for the safety of our staff and guests.
- If there is a wait time for your cave experience and you do not wish to be outside, you may prefer to wait in your car. Our parking lot is close by and all parking is free.
- Masks are required inside the buildings and inside the cave at all times with NO exceptions. If you are unable to wear a mask due to health condition, we have these alternative options for you. [Our Covid Policy Link Here]
Please do not travel if you are sick, and please adhere to the advice that the CDC has issued including, but not limited to, frequently washing your hands, wearing a mask, and maintaining at least a 6 foot social distance from anyone not in your household. We understand if the best choice for your family is to visit in the future instead, once the threat of the pandemic has lessened. With your assistance, Cave of the Mounds will be here for generations to come. Open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM year-round. [Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, & Christmas Day.]
We wish you happiness and great health through the holiday season!
Tours Daily - Open Rain or Shine!
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Hours
We are open daily from 9 am to 5 pm
Self guided tours depart frequently allowing for ample social distancing
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 lover’s of all ages! Hand pick your favorites or uncover your own collection at the sluice! Indoor sluice available seasonally.
- Barn Fossil Hunt – Enjoy some fresh air and take the short walk up the trail to our Barn Fossil Hunt. Learn about the fossils commonly found in southwest Wisconsin. Then, search the limestone foundation of our historic barn which is filled with dozens of authentic Wisconsin fossils!
- 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