Explore Our Caves
We are home to 3 magnificent tour caves: Marengo Cave, Little Wyandotte, and Big Wyandotte! Whether you are looking for a leisurely cave stroll, a crawling experience, or a rugged two hour hike through a cave, Crawford County is the place to be!
Wyandotte Caves
Tours are offered on Saturday and Sunday and holidays from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend. Jackets are recommended for all cave tours since cave temperature is always 52 degrees F. Comfortable and sturdy shoes are a must. Pets, alcohol, and tobacco use are strictly prohibited.
Big Wyandotte Tour (Monument Mountain Tour) – RUGGED
The huge underground “Monument Mountain” is a highlight of this two-hour, 1.5-mile headlamp/helmet trip through the deeper sections of Big Wyandotte Cave. Rare formations called helictites, plus gypsum, epsomite and prehistoric flint quarries add variety. People who sign up for this tour must be in good physical health and must be able to navigate steep terrain and many stairs. This trip is rewarding for visitors with the time and energy to see these unique cave features. Tours of Big Wyandotte Cave are for ages 6 and older only, and are offered at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays only. Cost is $18 for ages 12 and older; $9 for ages 6-11. Minimum group size is 15 and maximum is 25. If you tour Big Wyandotte Cave, you will be required to walk across a rough decontamination surface near the cave entrance as you exit the cave to prevent the movement of the fungal spores that cause White-nose syndrome in bats. (WNS does not affect humans.) To learn more about WNS, visit dnr.IN.gov/batdisease.
Little Wyandotte Tour – EASY
The Little Wyandotte Cave tour is the shortest and easiest trip available. This smaller cave, totally separated from Big Wyandotte Cave, offers a comprehensive view of many flowstone and dripstone formations. Sometimes cave dwelling species can be seen as well. The lack of any long stairways inside the cave makes this 30 – 45 minute trip ideal for visitors of all ages. Tours of Little Wyandotte are open to all ages, and are offered at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays only. Cost is $8 for ages 12 and older; $4 for ages 6-11; and free for ages 5 and younger. Maximum group size is 15.
Nearby Activities
Wyandotte Caves is managed by O’Bannon Woods State Park. Activities available at the state park include a plethora of hiking trails, mountain biking trails, swimming, and camping.
Make sure to check out nearby businesses and dining options:
The Dock Restaurant in Leavenworth
Marengo Cave
400 East State Road 64, Marengo, IN 47140 812-365-2705
Marengo Cave is open 9:00 am – 5:00 pm everyday. Open Easter Sunday at noon. Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas day. Marengo Cave’s temperature is about 52.1 degrees. Its humidity is very high- nearly 100% in many areas of the cave. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, but not required.
Dripstone Trail Tour
This 60- minute tour is known for delicate soda straws, totem pole stalagmites, and Penny Ceiling.
Crystal Palace Tour
This easy 40-minute tour winds through formation-filled rooms and past huge flowstone deposits.
Crawling Tours
Craving even more adventure? Why not try out a crawling tour! Crawling tours are available year-round by reservation. Two layers of warm clothes, boots, kneepads, and gloves are highly recommended for these types of tours. More Info
Surface Activities
Surface activities include The Sky Climber, Gemstone Mining, Pedal Karts, Mega Maze, and Indoor Mini Golf! There is also a rock shop, gift shop, sweets shop, and pizza shop on site!
Lodging Options
Cozy up in a camping cabin or camp under the stars! Grab your sleeping bags and pillows and enjoy an indoor stay in a camping cabin. Each cabin has its own outdoor space with a grill, fireplace, and picnic table. Pitch a tent or bring your camper! All campsites have electric. Other amenities include gazebos, fire pits, charcoal grills, picnic tables, and restrooms.
Nearby Activities
Make it a multi-day adventure and book a canoe or kayak trip at Cave Country Canoes! Patoka Lake is also nearby, providing opportunities for swimming at the beach, pontoon rentals, biking, disc golf, camping, hiking, wine tastings, craft beer, and spirit tastings!
Make sure to check out these nearby dining options:
Springtown Pizza at Marengo Cave