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Jewel Cave National Monument
Guided Tours
 

The Discovery Tour and Scenic Tour are offered daily, year-round, except for Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1st.  The Historic Lantern Tour is offered the second week of June through the first week of September.  The Wild Caving Tour is offered during the summer (June through August) and on certain days during the off-season (winter).  Fees are charged for all cave tours.  Ticket prices are listed under the Fees & Reservations section for each tour type.

All entrance into the cave is ranger-guided.  Cave tours must have a minimum of 2 participants.  Tickets are available on a first-come, first-serve basis at a ticket station in or near the visitor center, or by reservation over the phone.  Cave tours can sell out at any time of the year.  Visitors are encouraged to call ahead for tour availability.  Reservation phone number and cave tour schedules are available under the Operating Hours & Seasons section.

 

Introduction to Jewel Cave Tours

Introduction to Jewel Cave Tours
Welcome to Jewel Cave National Monument.  We hope this video clip assists you in planning a memorable cave experience while visiting the second longest cave in the world.  Note: there are age and physical requirements for some of the cave tours.

Credit / Author: Lights Out Productions
Date Created: 2010-03-23

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 General Tour Information:

  • All cave tours are ranger-guided and require a minimum of 2 participants.
  • The cave temperature is 49°F (9°C). A light jacket, sweater, or sweatshirt is recommended.
  • Low-heeled, closed-toe, rubber soled shoes are highly recommended as cave routes cover uneven, slippery ground and stairs.
  • The following items are NOT allowed on any cave tours: food, gum, candy, drinks, tobacco products, tripods, walking sticks, weapons, pets, and backpack baby carriers.
  • All items (backpacks, purses, handbags, flashlights, etc.) carried into the cave must be less than 10" X 6" X 5".
  • Certified service animals are allowed on the Scenic and Discovery programs.
  • There are no restrooms in the cave.
  • Flash photography is allowed on the Scenic tour and Discovery programs only. 
  • It is recommended that visitors be in good health and physical condition.  

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Last Updated: June 03, 2011 at 09:15 MST