Cave Tours in Colorado
Colorado's Largest Show Cave Open to the Public!
Since 1999, Glenwood Caverns has been welcoming the visitors to see the spectacular natural wonders hidden inside Iron Mountain, including:
Go underground on two walking cave tours!
King’s Row is recognized as one of the leading
show caves in the country.
Glenwood Caverns historically known as Fairy Cave, is near the top of Iron Mountain at an elevation of 7,100 feet and has been age-dated to between 1.34 and 1.69 million years old. Glenwood Caverns also contains an abundant variety of cave formations (speleothems) making it one of the most decorated caves in Colorado.Â
The cave system is host to many organisms including eight organisms that spend their entire lives in caves (endemic troglobites), such as a pseudoscorpion, that are unique to the cave. The cave also hosts many common cave guests (trogloxenes) like bats, packrats and crickets.
The Historic Fairy Cave and King’s Row tours are approximately 40 minutes long while the first cave tour begins roughly 60 minutes after park opens and the last cave tour is 90 minutes prior to closing.
Our ADD ON cave tours are not included in the Funday ticket. Put on your helmet and knee pads and explore the thrilling wild tour that grants access to more rugged and untamed sections of the cave system. Or NEW this year, add on a Blacklight Cave tour to see our caverns transform into a neon-lit wonderland.
Learn more about the rich history of our caves!
~ USA TODAY
King’s Row
The most highly decorated cave room in Colorado! This is a 40 minute walking tour.
CAVE TOURS: NEED TO KNOW
- Fairy Cave and King’s Row Tours are included with the Funday Pass.
- The cave stays a cool 52 degrees year-round. To maximize your enjoyment, please bring a light jacket or sweater and wear comfortable walking shoes.
- Since a portion of the Historic Fairy Cave Tour is outside, please be prepared for unpredictable Glenwood Springs, Colorado, weather.
- Please remember that food and liquids of any sort (water, formula, juice, etc.) are prohibited in the caverns. Make sure children are well-fed prior to entering the cave.
- An adult must accompany children under 14. Small children should be carried in arms or in a front pack.
- Because occasional narrow passageways and our concern for the safety of our guests, backpacks and strollers are not allowed in the cave. Storage lockers are available for rent along the Caver’s Corner walkway near the Upper Cave Entrance.
- Due to the elevation (7100′) and slight exertion required, the tour is not recommended for people who have heart or respiratory problems or for females who are pregnant.
- Cameras are allowed inside the cave. Please be courteous of the other visitors in your tour group when taking pictures. Mono/tri-pods are not allowed inside the cave.
- The maximum number of guests allowed on the Historic Fairy Tour is 20 with 25 allowed on the King’s Row Tour.
November 22nd, 2025 -
January 4, 2026
Celebrate the season at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park’s Winter on the Mountain! Ride the scenic gondola to a glowing mountaintop wonderland filled with twinkling lights, festive décor, and holiday cheer. Enjoy thrilling rides like the Alpine Coaster, dazzling light displays, and live entertainment. Meet Santa on select Saturdays and experience the magic of the Plaza Music & Light Show every half hour starting at 5:30 p.m. With cave tours, music, and family fun all season long, Winter on the Mountain is where holiday memories shine brightest.