Duration

1 hour

Overview

Take the Winter Tour! This tour includes highlights of the Natural Wonder Tour and Historic Tour plus a section that is not toured during the summer season.

Winter season guests receive a balance of historical and geological information on this tour. Guests descend 38 steps into the cavern, walk on a level concrete path and exit 60 steps into a small building at the south end of the park.

Ohio Caverns is often recognized as “America’s most colorful caverns.” The caverns are the largest in the state, with approximately 1 mile of surveyed passage ranging in depth from 30 feet to 103 feet.

You'll see the largest stalactite known as the Crystal King, along with many other unique formations like soda straws, helictites, flow stone and many more!

Park Information

Before and after the tour, spend time in the 35-acre well maintained park, located directly above the caverns. It contains a playground, picnic shelters, picnic areas, EV charging stations, and restrooms. There is also a large gift shop located within the visitor’s center building.

FAQ Answers

• The Winter tour has 38 steps down to enter and 60 steps up to exit.
• Strollers are not recommended because the pathway is too narrow in many parts of the caverns. Chest baby carriers or back carriers work great.
• Pets are not allowed in the cavern. Certified service dogs are permitted.
• Food and drink is not permitted in the caverns. It is recommended to bring picnic lunches to enjoy the beautiful park. Snacks are available for purchase in the gift shop.
• Flash photography is welcome but please stay with the group.
• Video recording, tripods, monopods and selfie sticks are not permitted.
• The temperature in the cavern is 54° F year round so bring a jacket or sweatshirt. Closed toed shoes are recommended.

• Parking is FREE every day. Once the main parking lot is full, parking is available just off the main driveway in the grass.
• Complimentary Hybrid and EV charging is also available.

Additional information

Please arrive 15 minutes ahead of your reserved time! Check-in at the ticket booth inside the Visitor Center. You will be given a ticket to hand to the guide upon the start of the tour. Winter tours begin in the Visitor Center. The tour time may vary past the time you booked to accommodate tour spacing.

Please Note: Your tour could start up to 15 minutes after your booked time.

Cancellations

Customers will receive a full refund or credit with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to inquire about cancellations. No-shows will be charged the full price.