The Cave Guide

Eagle Cave

Blue River, WI
2 hr
on the main tour
$16.00
adult ticket

A Wisconsin cave with guided tours Thursday to Sunday in summer and an in-cave overnight exploration program in the cooler months.

The story

Local legend says hunters chasing a bear followed it into the cave in 1849. Tours for visitors began in 1938, making it one of Wisconsin's earliest commercial caves, and its underground camping and exploration program for youth groups dates back to the 1950s.

Open to visitors since
1938

History source: showcaves.com and eaglecave.net.

Tickets and timing

Adults
General Admission $16.00 per person
Kids
Children (Ages 4-12) $9.00 per person; Children 3 and under free with paid adult
How long it takes
1 to 2 hours
Hours
Guided tours Memorial Day–Labor Day, Thu–Sun. Exploratory program mid-September to spring, by reservation.
Booking
Guided cave tours offered Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 10 AM, 12 PM, 2 PM, and 4 PM; Subterranean Adventure Tour requires a separate reservation by phone

Dogs, weather and what to wear

Dogs
Dogs are allowed, must be leashed at all times and picked up after

Good to know

Food and drink
Snacks, soda, ice cream, candy, fries, sandwiches, pizza and more available
On site
Campground, Seasonal campsites, Water & electric campsites, Primitive campsites, Cabin rentals, Canoe rentals, Hiking trails and compass courses, Geocaching, Parks and playground, Ice skating and ice fishing, Fishing, Clean restroom and shower facilities, Snacks, soda, ice cream, candy, fries, sandwiches, pizza and more, Souvenir shop, Game room, Mini golf

Special tours and events

Campground and cabins on site.

Getting there

MilwaukeeMadison

16320 Cavern Lane, Blue River, WI 53518-4828

Directions in Google Maps

Distances are straight-line from each city center.

Questions people ask

How long does a visit to Eagle Cave take?

1 to 2 hours

Are dogs allowed at Eagle Cave?

Dogs are allowed, must be leashed at all times and picked up after

Do you need to book Eagle Cave in advance?

Guided cave tours offered Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 10 AM, 12 PM, 2 PM, and 4 PM; Subterranean Adventure Tour requires a separate reservation by phone

Where is Eagle Cave?

16320 Cavern Lane, Blue River, WI 53518-4828

Listed in: caves with camping or lodging

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

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