Cave of the Mounds

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2975 Cave of the Mounds Rd
Blue Mounds, WI 53517
The most beautiful cave in Wisconsin and the upper Midwest, Cave of the Mounds lies just off U.S. Highways 18/151 in Blue Mounds, WI. The United States Department of the Interior and the National Park Service designated Cave of the Mounds a National Natural Landmark because the site possesses "exceptional value as an illustration of the nation's natural heritage and contributes to a better understanding of man's environment". Curious tourists and budding cave enthusiasts have been enjoying an introduction to caving in the midwest for years while visiting Cave of the Mounds. Commonly referred to as the "jewel box" of America's major caves for the variety and delicacy of its formations, Cave of the Mounds is recognized by the Chicago Academy of Sciences as "the significant cave of the upper Midwest".

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Leah W.
10/3/2025

We went to visit with family and it was wonderful. This location was clean and kind staff. You will be going down about 70 feet. It is cold (50 degrees) on the cave tour so budle up. The...

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Evan O.
6/20/2025

It took me 38 years living in Wisconsin and having a young child to finally go to Cave of the Mounds. The campus itself is extremely well landscaped and has some walking trails as well. The...

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Sho R.
2/21/2025

I was there on a very cold winter day on noon. The place was not busy. Cave was an interesting experience. Inside the cave temperature was moderate. Seems there are different events in cave, like...

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Maddie T.
3/25/2025

Really cool cave to experience here in Wisconsin! Only about a 30 min drive from Madison if you're in the area. I ended paying the extra $10 for an annual pass, I'd definitely return when people...

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Matt D.
2/17/2025

This review is specifically for their recent special event -- Love on the Mound, Valentine's Day at Cave of the Mounds. This was my first visit to see the cave (which was really neat). Just the...

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