Yes. Visitors of all ages can enjoy many of the Park's activities:

• Discovery Rock - gem stone sluice box mining and a sand pit fossil dig
• Doc's Rock - a 32' climbing wall with five routes of varying difficulty
• Iron Mountain Tramway - gondola ride with incredible mountain views
• Cave Tour - a 70-minute guided walking tour of Glenwood Caverns & Historic Fairy Caves (Strollers and backpacks are not allowed inside the caves. Small children should be carried in arms or in a front pack.)
• Wild West Adventure Wagon - Simulated wagon experience with sights, sounds and feel of the Old West.
• Bungee Trampoline - Jump, twist, and soar through the air!
• Caverns Express - Free! Tour the Park by train.

Yes. The Lookout Grille serves wine and beer. The Iron Mountain Saloon serves beer and margaritas during the summer months. You must be at least 21 years of age, with valid identification, to purchase an alcoholic beverage.

Yes. Tripods are not allowed inside the caves. Disposable cameras are recommended for the Adventure Tour and Wild Tour.

The Park is located on top of Iron Mountain at an elevation of 7,100 feet in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Because our weather can be unpredictable, it's a good idea to check the local weather forecast. The caverns stay a cool 52 degrees year round. To maximize your enjoyment, please bring a light jacket or sweater and wear comfortable walking shoes.

We accept: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, cash or traveler's checks. Payment is due upon arrival. Sorry, we do not accept personal checks.

Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park is located just off I-70 in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, midway between Aspen and Vail, approximately 160 miles west of Denver and 90 miles east of Grand Junction.

To reach the Park, take exit 116, and turn north. Turn left at the stop light, and then left on Devereux. The ticket office for the Park is just ahead on your right.

We're committed to protecting our beautiful mountain landscape and priceless natural wonders:

• Glenwood Caverns & Historic Fairy Caves is protected by two airtight doors forming an airlock, as well as temperature and humidity monitors.
• When building the Iron Mountain Tramway, the towers were brought in by helicopter so that no trees were removed from the mountainside during construction.

No one knows for sure why Charles Darrow named the Fairy Caves in the late 1800s. Click here to read several popular theories.

Glenwood Springs offers an incredible range of activities year-round, including the world's largest hot springs pool; world-class white water rafting, kayaking, and fishing; golfing; scenic hiking and biking trails; spas; shopping; dining; downhill and cross country skiing, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing; horseback riding; hunting; wildlife viewing; festivals; free jazz concerts; and more. Click here for our trip planner, or call the Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association at 970-945-6589 for more information.

Glenwood Springs, Colorado is located just off I-70, exit 116, and is close to several airports. Eagle County Airport is 30 miles east of town; the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport is 40 miles to the south; and Walker Field in Grand Junction is 90 miles to the west. Amtrak's California Zephyr has year-round, daily arrivals in Glenwood Springs from points east and west.

Yes, discounts are available to groups of 20 or more. Please call (970) 945-4228, or (800) 530-1635, ext. 111, or send us an email at info@glenwoodcaverns.com for more information.

The Iron Mountain Tramway and Adventure Park, including the Adventure Park Gift Shop and the Lookout Grille, are wheel chair accessible. Because of the stairs and walkways that allow for safe foot travel through the cave's natural terrain, we're unable to allow wheel chairs or strollers into the caverns. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause but are bound by Mother Nature's creation and the safety of our valued guests.

Parking is available at the Iron Mountain Tramway Station. To minimize parking congestion, we encourage guests to experience Glenwood Springs by walking, biking or taking the bus to the Park.

No, we do not allow pets on the Iron Mountain Tramway or inside the Park.

Ride Glenwood offers free transportation seven days a week. The Roaring Fork Transportation Authority also serves Glenwood Springs and the Roaring Fork Valley. Visit www.rfta.com for schedules and routes.

Yes. Some of our rides and tours have age and height limitations in order to ensure the safety of our guests. There are also some activities in which expectant mothers or persons who have heart or respiratory problems should not participate.

Attraction	Restriction
Alpine Rush*	You must be at least 48" tall to ride the Alpine Rush.
Bungee Trampoline*	You must weight at least 40 lbs. to use the Bungee Trampoline.
Swing Shot*	You must be at least 48" tall to ride the Swing Shot
Canyon Flyer*	You must be at least 54" tall to ride the Canyon Flyer alone. Riders less than 54" tall can ride in the same seat with an adult, free of charge
Cave Tour	An adult must accompany children under 12. Tour is not recommended for persons who are pregnant or have heart or respiratory problems.
Adventure Tour**;	Ages 10 - 17: you can participate if accompanied by an adult 18 or older. Not recommended if you are claustrophobic, are pregnant, or have heart or respiratory problems.
Wild Tour***	Ages 13 - 17: you must be accompanied by an adult 18 or older. Not recommended if you are claustrophobic, are pregnant, or have heart or respiratory problems.

* A Release of Liability Waiver must be signed prior to riding the Canyon Flyer, Alpine Rush, Swing Shot, Bungee Trampoline or climbing Doc's Rock. To save yourself time, please download, print and bring this waiver with you. One waiver per person is required. Riders younger than 18 must have a parent's or guardian's signature on the waiver.

** Anyone younger than 18 years of age must have a parent's or guardian's consent and signature on an Adventure Tour Liability Waiver to participate.

*** Anyone younger than 18 years of age must have a parent's or guardian's consent and signature on a Wild Tour Liability Waiver to participate.

Yes. You are not allowed to bring radios, cassette recorders, sleeping bags, luggage, bicycles, skateboards, rollerblades, food, alcohol, or coolers into the Park.

Yes. Our annual pass allows guests to enjoy rides on the Iron Mountain Tramway and Cave Tours all year. Annual passholders also receive discounts on all attractions, as well as in the gift shop and restaurants. Read more.

Yes. It must be applied on the same day of visit by the ticket holder. This can be completed at the tram base before you leave the Park.

Smoking is allowed only in the designated smoking area located outside in the plaza area. Smoking or the use of any tobacco products is prohibited in the gondola cars, inside the Visitor's Center, including the restaurant and gift shop, and the inside the cave.

Please plan to spend at least a half day to enjoy the Park. If you're taking a Wild Tour or Adventure Tour, plan to spend the whole day so that you'll have time to enjoy the Park's other attractions as well.

The Park is open year-round. Summer is our busiest season, and there's always something fun going on. If you'd like to avoid the crowds, visit during the other three seasons, but please keep in mind that some of our attractions are seasonal.

Average Monthly Temperatures*

	High	Low
January	36°	13°
February	44°	19°
March	53°	26°
April	63°	31°
May	72°	39°
June	84°	45°;
July	89°	52°
August	87°	51°
September	79°	43°
October	66°	33°
November	49°	23°
December	37°	15°