How long is the discovery tour at Cave of the Winds?

Discovery tour This 45 – 60 minute guided walking tour includes 15 rooms, a 1/2 mile of concrete walkways, and 196 stairs. On this family-friendly tour, you will learn about the history and geology of the cave and see some of the most beautiful formations deep inside the mountain.



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It was unanimous that the Natural Entrance Tour is the best tour to take. You can see the natural entrance of the cave and the extensive boxwork.

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Wind Cave National Park is definitely worth visiting. The park offers a unique experience with its intricate cave system, which is one of the longest and most complex in the world. Visitors can take guided tours of the caves and learn about the fascinating geology, history, and Native American significance of the area.

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There are no self-guided tours into Wind Cave. However, the park maintains over 30 miles of hiking trails and three self-guided nature trails where teachers and students are welcome to explore the prairies and forests of the park. Teachers are welcome to take their students on any of these trails.

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Explore this 3.0-mile out-and-back trail near Mesa, Arizona. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 58 min to complete.

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The cave is well known for its outstanding display of boxwork, an unusual cave formation composed of thin calcite fins resembling honeycombs. The park's mixed-grass prairie is one of the few remaining and is home to native wildlife such as bison, elk, pronghorn, mule deer, coyotes, and prairie dogs.

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