Timpanogos Cave

Timpanogos Cave National Monument

May 12 - October 17, 2012 
Days of the Week: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, SatTimpanogos Cave National Monument
HWY 92 (American Fork Canyon), American Fork, UT 84003
801-756-5238
Hours of Operation: 7:15am - 5:00pm
Price: $7 General Admission

Accessibility: Can be accessed only by a 1.5-mile hike with a fairly steep grade (trail increases in elevation over 1,000 feet).
Driving time: from downtown Provo approximately 45 minutes 


Explore the haunting beauty of three natural limestone caverns connected by man-made tunnels.  This National Monument is located on the Alpine Scenic Loop in American Fork Canyon. The cave system is well known for its colorful formations, unique helictites, fault-controlled passages, alpine surroundings, and rich history.

The 1-1/2 mile-long paved trail (1,160 feet elevation gain) to the cave is also a popular attraction. The trail provides spectacular views of the geology and beautiful scenery of the American Fork Canyon. 

The man-made Timpanogos Cave system joins three natural caves that contain at least 42 types of cave formations-an unusually large variety. The uniquely colored cave features include unusual combinations of delicate helictites and anthodites in quantities not found in other caves worldwide.   

The cave is open from mid-May to mid-October. May 12 is the schedule 2012 opening day, weather permitting. A fee to American Fork Canyon is required for use of Forest Service facilities.  

Credits utahvalley.com