Cave of The Mounds, National Natural Landmark, WisconsinBlue Mounds, Wisconsin
Wisconsin cave destination
Cave of The Mounds, National Natural Landmark
Cave of The Mounds, National Natural Landmark is a developed show cave known for colorful formations, fossil-bearing rock, and guided tours on paved paths.
Nearby townBlue Mounds, WisconsinBest timingApril to OctoberCave typeDeveloped show caveKnown forDriftless Area show cave near Blue Mounds known for colorful formations, fossil-bearing
Cave of The Mounds, National Natural Landmark is built around colorful formations, fossil-bearing rock, and a Driftless Area National Natural Landmark setting rather than a simple one-room cave stop.
If you need hotels, gas, or groceries before the cave, Blue Mounds is the closest named town for Cave of The Mounds, National Natural Landmark.
The History & Geology
The cave was discovered on August 4, 1939 during quarry blasting, opened to tours in 1940, and later became a National Natural Landmark.
The standard cave tour runs about 45 to 60 minutes over roughly 0.6 miles, with seven staircases and a 50-degree cave temperature.
The official site highlights paved paths, colorful formations, fossil-bearing limestone, and above-ground gardens and trails as part of the visit.
