Timpanogos Cave National Monument is a fascinating cave system in the Wasatch Mountains, offering guided tours through stunning limestone formations. Visitors can access the caves from a scenic mountainside hike, then explore intricate stalactites, stalagmites, and underground pools once inside the caves.

Key Highlights:

• Guided Cave Tours: Explore three interconnected limestone caves - Hansen Cave, Middle Cave, and Timpanogos Cave.
• Scenic Canyon Hike: A rigorous 1.5-mile steep trail with amazing views of the surrounding American Fork Canyon.
• Geological Wonders: See rare formations like the “Heart of Timpanogos” and colorful mineral deposits.
• Nearby Attractions: Alpine Loop Scenic Byway, Mount Timpanogos, and Provo Canyon.

Visitor Information:

• Fees: Recreation passes are required for certain areas; options include a 3-day pass, 7-day pass, or annual pass.  ​Advance tickets are required for entry into the caves.
• Seasonal Access: Due to heavy snowfall, the byway is typically closed during winter months (October - May). The caves are typically open June - September.
• Accessibility: Moderate to strenuous 90-minute hike with an elevation gain of 1,100 feet (335 m); no strollers or wheelchairs are allowed inside the caves. The route through the cave is paved, lighted, and has several flights of stairs.

Advance Tickets Required!
ALL visitors are required to have a ticket, including infants. Before arriving at the park, be sure to download your tickets to a mobile device or print ahead of time. Cell phone service is minimal in the park. The time on your ticket is your Visitor Center arrival time. At the Visitor Center, you will receive a required safety message before beginning your hikes to the caves. Arriving early is recommended.