Cave of the Winds
A show cave near Colorado Springs with a 45–60 minute guided Discovery Tour, lantern tours and longer crawling expeditions, plus above-ground thrill rides.
Manitou Springs, CO, 54°F inside, from $30
Caves in Colorado
3 caves in Colorado run public tours. Here is what each one is like and how to visit.
Updated 2026-10-22. 3 of 3 checked in full against official sources.
Glenwood Caverns
A mountaintop adventure park off I-70 reached only by gondola, with two 40-minute guided cave tours included in the day pass alongside rides.
Glenwood Springs, CO, 52°F inside, from $52.99
Yampah Hot Springs Vapor Caves
Natural steam caves under a spa in Glenwood Springs, at 110–112°F, with access by reservation and for ages 13 and up.
Glenwood Springs, CO, 112°F inside
Colorado caves side by side
| Cave | Inside | Adult ticket | Run by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cave of the Winds | 54°F | $30 | Privately operated |
| Glenwood Caverns | 52°F | $52.99 | Privately operated |
| Yampah Hot Springs Vapor Caves | 112°F | not yet checked | Privately operated |
Questions people ask
How many caves can you tour in Colorado?
3 show caves run public tours. We leave out wild caves that are closed, gated or need a permit.
What should you wear in a cave?
Closed shoes with grip, because paths are often wet. Most caves stay between the high 40s and low 70s °F all year, so a light layer is enough.
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