Introduction to Caving Tour

The Introduction to Caving tour time you select begins at the visitor center, not at the cave entrance. The Timpanogos Cave System is accessed by hiking a strenuous 1.5 mile paved trail with an elevation gain of 1,100 vertical feet. The ranger-led, 1.5 hour Introduction to Caving tour introduces visitors to caving. With a helmet and headlamp you are ready to experience Hansen Cave in its natural state. You'll scramble and sometimes even crawl on the trail leading to Hansen Cave Lake along the same route Martin Hansen conducted tours in the late 1800s, while you learn all about caving safety and low-impact caving skills. This tour requires special clothing and equipment. It requires bending and climbing and is considered strenuous. Be prepared to get your clothes dirty and have fun! The tour is limited to 5 people, age 14 and older, and requires advance tickets. Those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.