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Cave of the Mounds

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The Cave of the Mounds is one of the most significant caves in the Midwest of the United States. The cave was believed to have formed nearly a million years ago, while the limestone encrustations around it are said to date back over 488 million years to the Ordovician Period. The cave was discovered by limestone quarry workers in 1939 and was opened to the public as a show cave in 1940. Particularly renowned for its brilliantly colored rock formations, the cave's insides are admirably embellished with everything from Soda St... read more

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2975 Cave of the Mounds Rd, Blue Mounds, WI, 53517, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Anna-Bertha Montes De Martinez 
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5 years ago

This is a amazing place I never been to a place like this and I definitely will be back 

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Michael Michel Miller 
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5 years ago

Beautiful formations. The real deal, with beautiful stalactites, stalagmites, and reflecting pools. A well run operation. Easy to get to. Most visitors to Wisconsin miss it, which would be a mistake. 

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Brian Diericks 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

The scenery was beautiful and the cavern was glorious. Remarkable walk through the cave. Loved it. Thank you. The gift shop had a lot to choose from and was responsibly priced 

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JaLane Allen Daschke 
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5 years ago

This cave is beautiful and unique. Highly recommend. 

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Amy Lynn 
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5 years ago

it was a beautiful stop on our trip! we had a very nice time on our tour! I just wish they warned us about not wearing flip flops. it's cool in the cave, about 50 degrees, and it's wet ton the ground. you have to be able to go up and down, wet, stairs. 

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Martinezz Magda 
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5 years ago

súper padrisimo regreso pronto 

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Liz Stabbe-Koplinski 
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5 years ago

Great cave experience and very friendly, knowledgeable staff. 

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Wendy Bledsoe Haglin 
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5 years ago

A great way to spend a beautiful afternoon. The grounds were in full bloom and the cave tour was fantastic! 

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Marco Muniz 
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5 years ago

Amazing experience. Must visit 

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Cave of the Mounds has a 4.7 star rating with 5,180 reviews. 

When is Cave of the Mounds open?

Cave of the Mounds is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. 

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