Timpanogos Cave National Monument

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Timpanogos Cave National Monument Description

25mi/40km south of Salt Lake City, on the northern slopes of Mount Timpanogos (11,750ft/3,581m), are three limestone caves linked by underground passages, with marvelous crystal and stalactitic formations.

The first cave was discovered in 1887 by Martin Hansen, a Mormon settler from American Fork. Timpanogos Cave was discovered in 1915 and the Middle Cave was found in 1921.

Hobbies & Activities category: Cave; Hiking opportunity; Minerals, geology attraction, mining; National park; Tunnels and related attractions

Address

Timpanogos Cave National Monument
Route 3, Box 200
American Fork, UT 84003-9803
United States

Map Timpanogos Cave National Monument

Phone 1 (801) 756-5239
Fax 1 (801) 756-5661

http://www.nps.gov/tica/

Cost

Adult	$7.00
Senior over 61	$3.00
Child 6-15	$5.00
Child 5 & under	$3.00

Tips

Do not touch anything in the caves without permission of a ranger.
No camera tripods allowed.
Each tour has a 20-person limit.
Tickets are usually sold out by early afternoon. Tickets can be purchased up to 30 days in advance.
First hike time to caves is at 7:30 a.m., last hike time to the caves is at 4:30 pm.

Guides

Guided tour included with admission.

Typical Visit

1 hour

Do-It-Yourself Tours