The Cave Guide

Bluespring Caverns

Bedford, IN
53°F
inside, all year
1 hr
on the main tour
$26
adult ticket

A one-hour tour by electric boat along an underground river 5 miles southwest of Bedford, covering 1.25 miles on the water.

What you'll see

  • Canyon Hall
  • Cave Salamander
  • Myst’ry River Sluice
  • Karst Nature Trail

Tickets and timing

Adults
$26
Kids
$14 (up to 15; under 4 not recommended)
How long it takes
1 hour
Hours
Daily mid-March to October 31, 9am–5pm.
Booking
No reservations for daily tours: you join the next available boat. Late afternoons can fill on busy days. Groups of 12+ can book.

Getting around underground

The walk
1.25 miles by boat plus a 400-ft walk.
Wheelchairs
The boat tour isn't accessible; parking, visitor center and gem sluice are.

Dogs, weather and what to wear

When it rains
Tours may stop during floods; call 812-279-9471.
Temperature
About 52–53°F year-round

Good to know

Minimum age
Under age 4 not recommended.
Best time to go
Late afternoon tours can fill early on busy weekends and holidays.
Photos
You can bring a camera, but don't drop it overboard.
Food and drink
Picnic areas and shelter are available.
Wildlife
Rare, blind cavefish; blind crayfish; spotted red-orange salamanders; solitary bats.
On site
Gemstone mining, Picnic areas and shelter, Restrooms, Gift shop

Getting there

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1459 Blue Spring Caverns Road, Bedford, IN 47421

Parking: Free parking

Directions in Google Maps

Distances are straight-line from each city center.

Before you go

  • Bring a light jacket and non-slip shoes.
  • Cameras welcome, just don't drop yours overboard.

Questions people ask

How long does a visit to Bluespring Caverns take?

1 hour

How cold is it inside Bluespring Caverns?

About 52–53°F year-round.

Can you visit Bluespring Caverns in a wheelchair?

The boat tour isn't accessible; parking, visitor center and gem sluice are.

Do you need to book Bluespring Caverns in advance?

No reservations for daily tours: you join the next available boat. Late afternoons can fill on busy days. Groups of 12+ can book.

Is there a minimum age for Bluespring Caverns?

Under age 4 not recommended.

Where is Bluespring Caverns?

1459 Blue Spring Caverns Road, Bedford, IN 47421

Listed in: cave boat tours

Checked on 2026-10-22 against bluespringcaverns.com (official site). Prices and hours change, so confirm on the official site before you drive out.

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