When you feel like you’ve done everything above ground, why not head underground and explore Eagle Cave? The incredible subterranean wonder boasts thousands of feet of passageways, along with varying levels and tunnels. Taking in all the cave has to offer is easy thanks to guided tours as well as in-cave camping events. Read on for all the details.
Located in Blue River, Eagle Cave is a beloved below-ground wonder that’s been delighting adventure-seekers of all ages for years.
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Discovered in 1849 and inaugurated in 1938, it was Wisconsin’s very first show cave.
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That’s not its only claim to fame, though. With more than 3,000 feet of passageways, it’s also the state’s largest onyx cave.
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Additions such as handrails, lights, and stairs, make exploring the cave a bit easier, safer, and possible for adventurers of all ages.
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Speaking of exploring the cave, there are several options. Guided Cave Tours, which range from 1 – 2 hours, are perfect for the young and old alike.
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As you explore the sights and wonders deep within the Earth, a veteran guide will tell you all about the cave’s history and geology.
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Subterranean Adventure Tours are another option. Perfect for almost all ages, this tour requires some added physical effort, such as free-climbing and crawling. Getting muddy and having to squeeze into tight spaces is also likely.
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Worth the effort, the Subterranean Adventure Tour leads visitors into passageways, which are off-limits on the Guided Cave Tour.
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Eagle Cave also offers a Cave Exploratory Program, which allows visitors to actually sleep in the cave! This program runs from the last weekend of September until the last weekend of April and requires reservations.
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The Eagle Cave grounds also include a gift shop, rustic cabins, campsites, and canoe rentals.
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Eagle Cave is open for guided tours Thursday – Sunday, Memorial Day – Labor Day, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The in-cave camping and exploratory program runs from the last weekend of September until the last weekend of April, and is by reservation only. For more information, call (608) 537-2988. You can also visit the Eagle Cave website or Facebook page.
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This isn’t the only unique tour in the state. Read about another here.
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