Discover hidden wonders beneath Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park. With three cave tours and a newly launched promo package offering a 20-percent off when you visit both Glenwood Caverns and Iron Mountain Hot Springs, there’s no time like the present to go exploring in Glenwood Springs.
Beneath the surface of Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park lies an awe-inspiring world of stalactites, stalagmites, and hidden chambers that have captivated visitors for over a century. C.W. Darrow led the first official cave tours nearly 130 years ago, guiding guests, some in fancy dresses, through narrow passages. Today, the Adventure Park offers multiple guided cave tours that let more casually dressed modern adventurers experience the underground magic firsthand.
A National Natural Landmark
The caves at Glenwood Caverns are truly remarkable. Anyone who has taken a tour can attest to their exquisite beauty, but their significance extends beyond their visual appeal. Along with our sister property, Iron Mountain Hot Springs, the caverns have been designated a National Natural Landmark (NNL). This honor recognizes the unique geothermal environments that have shaped both locations over time.
To celebrate this distinction, Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park and Iron Mountain Hot Springs are offering a special Spring NNL Combo package. Visitors who want to experience both attractions can enjoy a 20% discount, valid from March 7 through May 1. Tickets include the scenic gondola and both cave tours. They can be redeemed on separate days within 14 days of purchase. In addition to Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park gondola and cave tours, the NNL Combo package includes a three-hour soak at Iron Mountain Hot Springs with no reservations required. Please check online at Iron Mountain Hot Springs for pricing and hours, as there will be some scheduled closures in April.
Historic Fairy Caves Tour
Step back in time with the Historic Fairy Caves Tour, the first public route through the mountain labyrinth. This 40-minute walking tour takes you past stunning cave formations. You’ll meander through spectacular cave rooms including the Cloud Room, Eternal Towers, and the Register Room. Pay attention as your guide illuminates the history and mysteries of the subterranean chambers.
Along the way, you’ll pass through the Darrow Tunnel, an original passage that in the late 1800s took over three years to excavate! You’ll also make an outdoor stop at Exclamation Point, a cliffside balcony for breathtaking views of Glenwood Canyon. Back inside the mountain, the tour continues. Be sure to stick close to your guide, as the lights behind you are switched off as you progress deeper into the cave!
King’s Row Cave Tour
Discover one of Colorado’s most jaw-dropping underground rooms on the King’s Row Tour. Among the many treasures on the 40-minute trek is The Barn, an immense underground space filled with magnificent cave formations. Be prepared for a little stair-stepping workout—no strollers please—after the Barn, you’ll be navigating 120 steps down to the breathtaking King’s Row, the most highly decorated cave room in the state! This section of the tour boasts a staggering collection of pristine stalactites, stalagmites, and intricate formations including wavy cave bacon and delicate soda straws. In a grand finale, a spectacular light show spotlights King’s Row’s dazzling features, ensuring that every visitor leaves awestruck.
Wild Tour
Ready to get dirty? The Wild Tour is a grand spelunking adventure designed for thrill-seekers who want to experience the caverns as the first explorers did. Equipped with a headlamp, helmet, and knee pads, you’ll navigate tight crawl spaces and venture into rarely seen chambers deep within Iron Mountain. Expect belly crawls, scrambling, and a true sense of discovery as you traverse passages rarely seen by most visitors. This guided adventure requires a total of three hours, including time for gearing up and de-gearing, and reservations are required. If you’re looking for the ultimate underground challenge, this is it!
Black Light Cave Tour Add-On
See the caves in a whole new light! A truly magical option sure to delight kids of all ages, Black Light Cave Tours add an exciting and surreal way to view the underground world. The ultraviolet light causes the phosphor in the formations to shimmer and shine in the darkness. In the purple glow, the formations take on an otherworldly neon appearance.
Choose Your Underground Adventure
What’s stopping you? Pick your cave tour and discover one of Colorado’s most extraordinary natural wonders—then unwind with a relaxing soak in the mineral pools at Iron Mountain Hot Springs, thanks to the Spring NNL Combo package!
