History of Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
In 1880, the Pickett brothers, John and George, were on the lookout for new caves in Williams Canyon when they stumbled upon a small cave near the limestone archway. As they lit candles, they noticed that the flames flickered in the wind coming from within the cave. They crawled through a small opening and emerged into a large chamber promising an amazing world of exploration.
This world was eventually opened up by George Washington Snider, a stonecutter from Ohio. Shortly after the cave’s initial discovery, Snider excavated passages and discovered Canopy Hall. He continued to excavate, and soon after, he was giving guided tours. Cave of the Winds Mountain Park in Colorado Springs has been in continuous operation since February 1881 – it is one of Colorado’s original visitor attractions!
Cave of the Winds Operating Hours and Ticket Prices
Discovery Tour
Summer tours run daily from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend, with departure times every 20-30 minutes from 9 am to 8 pm. Guests may experience a wait of approximately 30-45 minutes between purchasing their tickets and the start of an available tour due to high demand during this popular season.
– During the winter season (September-May), tours are available daily from 10 am-5 pm.
– Tours depart every 30-40 minutes, ensuring you won’t have to wait long to start your adventure.
– The final tour of the day departs at 4:30 pm, so plan accordingly to make sure you don’t miss out.
Ages 13 & Up: $26
Children Ages 4-12: $17
Children 3 Years & Younger are FREE
Military pricing available
Lantern Tour
Summer (Memorial Day Weekend-Labor Day Weekend): Tours run daily from 9 am-9 pm. Tours leave on the hour. For more information, call (719) 685-5444.
Winter (September-May): Tours available daily starting at 11:00 am.
Ages 13 & Up: $34
Children Ages 8-12: $24
Children 7 & Under are Not Permitted
Military pricing available
Wind Walker Challenge Course & Bat-A-Pult Information
Height Requirements: Must be 48″ tall to participate
TERROR-dactyl
Requirements: Must be 48″ tall. Recommended weight between 100-250 lbs.
Discovering the Cave of the Winds Mountain Park is an adventure that all nature lovers should experience. With the various tour options and attractions available, visitors can enjoy the beauty and history of the cave system. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to explore one of Colorado’s most iconic attractions.
