Cave of the Winds Mountain Park

4.7
17635 reviews
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100 Cave of the Winds Rd, Manitou Springs, CO
80829, United States
(719) 685-5444
https://caveofthewinds.com
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Cave of the Winds Mountain Park is a one-of-a-kind tourist attraction and amusement park offering an adventure-filled mountain experience in the Pikes Peak region of Colorado. Located just west of Colorado Springs on U.S. Highway 24 near the Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Cave of the Winds features daily tours of stunning natural caves. Beyond these exciting cave tours, visitors can enjoy obstacle courses, free fall excursions, rock climbing, and zip lines — all in one thrilling amusement park setting near Colorado Springs. Whether you're planning a fun family outing or an educational adventure for a homeschool program, Cave of the Winds has everything you need for an unforgettable day. Call or visit our website to book your next tour!

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Location

Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
100 Cave of the Winds Rd, Manitou Springs, CO
80829, United States

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4.7
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What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Tour Guides

Most customers praised the tour guides for being knowledgeable, engaging, and entertaining, enhancing the overall experience.

Family Friendly

The attraction is noted for being suitable for families, with many reviews highlighting its kid-friendly activities and tours.

Cave Experience

Visitors enjoyed the unique cave tours, particularly the lantern and UV light tours, which provided memorable experiences.

Mixed Reviews on Pricing

Some customers felt the souvenirs were overpriced, while others considered the tours worth the price.

Safety Concerns

A few reviews raised concerns about safety, particularly regarding the physical demands of the tours and the presence of firearms.
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    Sherri Krabbe
    5 days ago
    5.0
    We did the lantern tour I really enjoyed it. Now I did hold up the line but the guide was kind and gave me a lot of grace. I tried to get to stepping with my lamp and just found a lip that caught my first foot and then my second step into a lumpy area causing me to stumble and just couldn't get going. Husband was in my ear and causing shadow in my pathway, had to send him ahead. Guide came back for me and gave me a red light. I needed more time tour because I can't walk and look around at the same time need the tour that stares at the walls.
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    Sven Moon
    Jan 4, 2026
    5.0
    An above average experience. Our guide, Drew "Cheese Grater" B., was humorous, informative, and light-hearted, preventing even a single attendee from being battered by an attacking stalactite. Be warned that the tour is family friendly at about 45 minutes and offers minimal time for taking your own family photos or even noting down the interesting formation names. Take the time to read the information on the walls in the entry area with the big black bear. Your will be quizzed. It was at times hard to hear all the guide's speech if not within the first half of the line that forms between rooms so be ready to jockey for position.
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    Matthew Hoeck
    Jan 2, 2026
    5.0
    Very fun place and lots of fun activities. Gift shop inside with good selection. We did the haunted ghost tour with the old school lanterns which was really cool, but I don't think they were bright enough for the type of terrain you walk on and having to watch your head. Caves are windy so the light went out multiple times. I'd only suggest a stronger light. Reagon was our tour guide and did great! She really knows how to pull you into a story and give you goosebumps. High highly recommend!!
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    Lindsey McNeil
    Dec 31, 2025
    5.0
    Loved coming to this place as a kid and native Coloradan. Brought my partner who’s from out of state and was happy it was the same! Regan was our guide for the discovery tour, and her vibe was amazing. She was silly and informed, such a fun experience! Would definitely recommend the discovery tour for families of all ages, just be careful of the heavyweight hitter of rock formations (iykyk)!
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    Waverly Stevens
    Dec 28, 2025
    5.0
    Really pretty cave, we did the holiday UV light tour and it was SO COOL to see everything in the dark with just that light! We had Dustin as our tour guide and he was very knowledgeable and funny. We were down in there for 45 minutes and then came back up and asked questions. Everyone gets their own light to operate while down there. You see green, blue, orange, and sometimes pink colors and all of the formations but in the UV. I would love to come back and tour it again with the lights on, I just love the size of the cave!!
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cave of the Winds Mountain Park

Are baby backpacks or strollers allowed?

Front baby carriers are permitted on the Discovery Tour ONLY. Our caves have low ceilings, as well as narrow passageways with over 200 stairs, so strollers and baby backpacks are not allowed. All children must be at least 8 years old to go on the Haunted Lantern Tour, and at least 13 years old to go on the Expedition Crawling & Spelunking Tour

What are the operating hours of Cave of the Winds Mountain Park?

The park is open every day from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.