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10/10/24

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Wild Cave Tour

The Wild Tour

For those seeking an authentic caving adventure, sign up for the Wild Tour! See Glenwood Caverns much like spelunkers did when they explored the caverns for the first time — squeezing through tight spots and emerging into hidden rooms all by the narrow beam of a headlamp. Gear up for this 2-hour guided tour (individually priced) that takes you deep into Iron Mountain to rarely visited areas and chambers for an exhilarating, on-your-belly and crawling experience you’ll never forget.

What to expect. Be prepared to shimmy through sections as narrow as 18 inches square. Your efforts will be rewarded with views of awe-inspiring cave formations that few people ever get a chance to see. Plan to spend a total of three hours on your Wild Tour — 30 minutes to gear up, two hours spelunking, and another 30 minutes to put away gear upon your return. Reservations are required. See more details below.  

Wild Tours Scheduling:

All Wild Cave Tours Require a Reservation. 

Please Call: 970-945-4228 or 1-800-530-1635, extension 0

Cost: $90

  • Purchase Price will include the scenic Gondola Ride to the top of Iron Mountain.
  • This tour is NOT included in the Funday Pass.
  • Wild tours are available at 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays. We only offer two tours per day.
  • Participants must be ages 10 and up. Guests ages 10 – 17 can participate if accompanied by an adult 18 or older, and have a parent’s or guardian’s consent and signature on a Wild Tour Liability Waiver.
  • All Wild Tour participants: please read, sign, and bring copies of the Wild Tour Liability Waiver and the Cave Conservation Pledge.
  • Please call our office for pricing. 970-945-9228
  • Please wear sturdy shoes that are comfortable for walking and crawling. No open-toed shoes allowed. You can bring old clothes if you choose: long pants and long-sleeved shirts that may get dirty and/or ripped.* Or, coveralls will be provided.**
  • This is a strenuous activity that involves crawling on your hands, knees, and stomach, sometimes for extended periods. The smallest section is approximately 18 inches square so this tour is not recommended for those with a rib cage circumference greater than 42 inches. Not recommended if you are claustrophobic or have problems crawling for an extended period.
  • There must be a minimum of 2 guests on the tour. The maximum number of people allowed on a Wild Tour is 8.
  • All guests will be provided with lighted helmets, gloves, kneepads, elbow pads and coveralls free of charge.
  • Cameras are allowed; however, because of the rugged environment, disposable cameras are recommended.
  • Guides provide water; food is not allowed inside the cave.

* We recommend that younger/smaller guests (anyone smaller that an adult size small) bring their own clothes since we have a limited number of coveralls in smaller sizes.

** If you bring your own clothes, you must bring a clean change of clothes up the mountain to put on once the tour is finished. We cannot allow guests to ride the Gondola down in dirty clothes because the seats are carpeted and dirt can be transferred to other guests. Lockers are available.
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Join Us for Octoberfest!

On Saturdays, September 28th, October 5th and October 12th from 11am to 6pm.

Savor the flavor of authentic German cuisine, sway to the rhythm of our oompah band, and participate in our traditional contests like the stein-holding contest and keg bowling – all while surrounded by the natural beauty of the Colorado mountains.

King’s Row

The most highly decorated cave room in Colorado! This is a 40 minute walking tour.

Fairy Caves 

40 min guided walking tour suitable for most fitness levels.

Wild Tour

For those seeking an authentic cave adventure.

Cave History

Learn more about the rich history of our caves!

Tickets

Save with a Combo Ticket

Gondola

$35

(online price $30)

Gondola/
Caves

$55

(online price $50)

Funday

$84

(online price $79)