Crystal Tower
Thrill Ride
Best. Drop. Ever. (No, really it is.)
Ride included with Funday Ticket
May to October
48″ minimum height
Max single rider weight 300lbs
Discover a hidden subterranean world inside the caves of Iron Mountain! Join famous adventurer Crystal and her inventive brother Raymond on their passage to mystical Karstonia — and the fantastical Crystal Grotto. Home to a cave-protecting troll named Halvor Flowstone, this colorful landscape — located deep within Iron Mountain — is seen only by travelers who can cross through the magic portal rapidly. Ready to make the journey? It’s an intensely exciting freefall into the mountain aboard the descender vehicle, which slows to a gentle stop as it clears the threshold of the charmed Crystal Grotto below.
Fun Facts:
- The Crystal Tower drop goes 110-feet into Iron Mountain
- Riders experience negative 2.5 Gs during descent
- Total ride time is 1:25
- Crystal Tower is the world’s only underground drop ride
Rider Requirements
- Guests must be at least 48” tall to ride.
- Maximum weight is 300lbs per rider.
- Guests with the following conditions must not ride:
- Back or neck problems
- Heart conditions
- Pregnancy
- Recent surgery, illness, or injury
- High blood pressure
- Any other medical condition that may be aggravated by this ride
- Double jointed casts and neck braces are not permitted. Prosthetic devices are not permitted with the exception of those below the knee.
- Guests must have the ability to sit upright and maintain control of their upper torso, head, and neck. At minimum, Guests must have one arm and two legs including the knee with at least one leg to ankle.
Important Note:
Occasionally rides are closed due to maintenance or weather. Check our rides and attractions status to see that your favorite rides are open. Also, for the best value, we recommend purchasing the Funday Pass online, which includes gondola rides, cave tours and unlimited turns on all the rides and attractions!
November 22nd, 2025 -
January 4, 2026
Celebrate the season at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park’s Winter on the Mountain! Ride the scenic gondola to a glowing mountaintop wonderland filled with twinkling lights, festive décor, and holiday cheer. Enjoy thrilling rides like the Alpine Coaster, dazzling light displays, and live entertainment. Meet Santa on select Saturdays and experience the magic of the Plaza Music & Light Show every half hour starting at 5:30 p.m. With cave tours, music, and family fun all season long, Winter on the Mountain is where holiday memories shine brightest.
