Be advised that the NPS has issued alerts for this park.

Heat Advisory

Heat illnesses can occur on the hiking trail. Always carry and drink plenty of water—at least 1 liter. Dehydration and heat illness can happen quickly, even on short hikes. Be prepared.

Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave

Reservations are strongly recommended. Reservations are the only way to ensure a spot is available for your party. Please plan accordingly by visiting Recreation.gov to secure your tickets in advance. Availability of walk-up tickets is not guaranteed.

WNP Bookstore is Cashless

The Western National Parks (WNP) bookstore has moved to a cashless operation at El Malpais. Purchases can be made with credit and debit cards as well as contactless payment methods including Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Samsung Pay

Title Timpanogos Cave
Park Code tica
Description The visitor center, caves, and cave tours are now open for the 2025 season. Hike your way past stunning vistas to explore a hidden underground world. Taste the thrill of caving as you twist and bend to enter beautifully decorated rooms. Learn the...
Location
Contact
801-756-5239
tica_info@nps.gov
Activities
  • Caving
  • Guided Tours
  • Hiking
  • Junior Ranger Program
Entrance fees
Timed Entry Reservation - Location
$12.00
Open seasonally depending on weather. Caves cannot be accessed without a ticket. Tickets are between $2.00 and $12.00 depending on age and are 50% off for the passholder only with a Senior or Access Pass. This tour spends 55 minutes inside of the cave system with a ranger walking along a 1/3 mile trail. There are multiple stairs and places you must bend and twist. Visitors on this tour will see Hansen Cave, Middle Cave, and Timpanogos Cave.
Timed Entry Reservation - Location
$17.00
Open seasonally depending on weather. Caves cannot be accessed without a ticket. Spend an hour inside the Timpanogos Cave System with a ranger on a lantern guided tour. Discover what early explorers experienced as they traveled through the dark passages of the cave. Hear stories of early exploration and marvel at the cave’s geology by the glow of your lantern and experience the caves in a way that hasn't been done in decades. This tour is limited to those 7 years of age and older.
Timed Entry Reservation - Location
$22.00
Open seasonally depending on weather. Caves cannot be accessed without a ticket. With a helmet and headlamp you are ready to experience Hansen Cave in its natural state. With a ranger, you'll scramble and sometimes even crawl on the trail leading to Hansen Cave Lake, along the same route Martin Hansen conducted tours in the late 1800s. The tour is considered strenuous. Must be 14 years of age or older to participate.
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  • A brown wooden sign with a white #1 painted. There is a metal donation box beneath the sign and a small box for physical copies of the book.

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Along the Way - Cave Entrance

Last Chance Outhouse

  • This a small brick building on a cliff edge. There is a side for men and a side for women.

River View Picnic Area

Swinging Bridge Picnic Area

  • There is a single building with mens and womens restrooms. There are a dozen picnic areas spread out with picnic tables.

Timpanogos Cave Book Store
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Timpanogos Cave Visitor Center

  • Timpanogos Cave Visitor Center
  • The Timpanogos Cave Visitor Center is located in American Fork Canyon on UT-92. It sits at the base of the cave trail that leads to Timpanogos Cave. The visitor center is generally closed when the cave tours are closed. See https://www.nps.gov/tica for the most up-to-date information.
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  • Cave Tour
  • Join a ranger for a 55-minute cave tour through the Timpanogos Cave system. Enjoy the cool, damp, air, marvel at the delicate, colorful, formations and learn about the million-year process that has created these unique caverns. 

  • Walk the Canyon Nature Trail
  • Take a walk along the American Fork river on the north side of the canyon. This side of the canyon features wildlife and plants not found on the south side. There are several interpretive signs along the trail and benches to rest on. You can also view the cave entrance roughly 1,000 feet higher and across the canyon using an installed scope. 

  • Hike the Cave Trail
  • The Timpanogos Cave Trail is 1.5 miles each way and gains 1,100 vertical feet. Hike past thousands of years of geologic history while enjoying breathtaking vistas and the natural sounds of the park. Plan on approximately 2-2.5 hours roundtrip.
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Along the Way - For Kids!

A digital self guided tour of the Timpanogos Cave hiking trail. This is a walking-only trail. Plan on 1-2 hours to complete the hike up and make your way back down.
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