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Cave Of The Mounds
About Cave Of The Mounds
Adventures can happen anywhere on this amazing planet - and underground is certainly one place that you can still have some amazing adventures!
Cave Of The Mounds has been giving families adventures and excitement for 75 years, and it's not stopping now! The whole family can explore these amazing feats of the natural world through guided tours. Paved, and lit walkways will take you through the spectacles of this geological wonder, every day of the year!
Kids will love the colorful crystals sparkling as they pass them. They will love seeing the crystallized rock formations and the reflective shimmering pools - a great way to learn about the history of this planet and how incredible it really can be!
There are a number of formations that you will experience as part of the Cave Of The Mounds tour - the colorful stalactites, and the majestic columns, and the stalagmites that come up from the ground. If you're a lover of caves, someone fascinated by geology, or just up for some adventure, these tours have something for you all!
But wait a minute...Caves Of The Mounds are so much MORE than caves! Kids can have a go themselves at trying to uncover some precious gems at the Quarry's Edge Mining Sluice! There's a Discovery Center with examples of cave formations and fossil specimens - great for learning!
There are even amazing hiking and biking trails in the area if you want to stretch your legs between those gemstone sessions, and beautiful gardens to explore with butterflies and birds, so kids can experience another style of environment.
Overground adventure, underground adventure…but certainly lots of family fun!
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Suggest editAdults $16.95
Children $8.50 (Ages 4 - 12)
Free Under 3 years with a paid adult
Last Update 2022
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Doing our bit
They are all about educating on this amazing wonder! With great kids activities to entertain, they will continue to protect this amazing wonder so they can continue in the future.
I’m Hungry! Can I get food at Cave Of The Mounds?
There are snacks and drinks at the snack bar outside the visitor center, with chips, sandwiches, popcorn and ice cream! Open mid spring to November 1st.
Any top tips when visiting?
The caves are always 50 degrees F, so make sure you dress for it - don't be deceived by the hot sun!
Does Cave Of The Mounds have a gift shop?
It's almost worth a trip on it's own! The Museum Rock Shop has thousands of specimens you can pick from to take home as a souvenir!
Teachers corner
It's a classroom outside the classroom! They are happy to take group reservations and have a range of packages (guided and self-guided) for you to choose from
Does Cave Of The Mounds have healthy eating or Vegan options?
Why not bring your own lunch to enjoy at the picnic tables, and water is sold on site all times of the year.
Is Cave Of The Mounds fully accessible?
Give them a call to discuss the accessibility of the tours and activities.
Any additonal information?
The tours depart rail, hail or shine!
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