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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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Angela Braga White 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

It’s perfect for adults and kids alike, all ages! Fun free activities for kids, discounted price for younger kids, safe place to walk (I had wondered if it was slippery), GORGEOUS rock/mineral formations, friendly crew, FUN AND ENGAGING! 

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Melissa Goden 
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5 years ago

Awesome experience for adults and kids. Beautiful place. 

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Kent Stringham 
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5 years ago

Awesome trip!! Beautiful caves and knowledgeable staff!!! 

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Kathleen Lanza Bauer 
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5 years ago

always a really great time! love the 50 degree year round temperature of the caves and the grounds outside are beautiful. A truly wonderful day. I love coming here. 

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Kasia Ragan 
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5 years ago

Kids loved it and would go back. 

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Mandy Kwick 
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5 years ago

The caves are truely a beautiful place. my kids absolutely loved walking through their for the first time. 

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Tiffany Allyson 
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5 years ago

very nice experience. lucky day we were the only ones there for mist of our visit. 

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Flores Felipe Luis 
5 years ago
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Mèlí J. Luko 
5 years ago

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Cave of the Mounds has a 4.7 star rating with 5,399 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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