Lincoln Caverns
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Welcome to Lincoln Caverns

Where Science, Adventure, and Discovery are Naturally Fun!

Proud Hosts of the 2008 National Caves Association Convention

Celebrating our 77th Year

  • Discover Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks, where the splendor of nature's handiwork has been protected and preserved for your visit since they were first discovered in 1930 and 1941.
  • Explore winding passageways and splendid rooms containing massive flowstones, thousands of delicate stalactites, pure white calcite and sparkling crystals.
  • Experience a fascinating and worthwhile family adventure where special attention is given to each and every guest - both the young and young at heart.
  • Enjoy a one hour educational and entertaining interpretive tour which includes both caverns for one reasonable admission.
  • Share the tradition of three generations of hospitality, education and cave conservation. Your visit will remain a striking memory.

Welcome to Our New Cave Discovery


2008 Hours of Operation & Tour Schedule

Open Daily at 9:00 AM. Last tour leaves at:

  • 6:00 PM - July 1 through Labor Day
  • 5:00 PM - Memorial Day Weekend through June 30
  • 4:00 PM - March, April, May, Sept., October, November
  • December: Saturday & Sunday Tours at 11:00 AM, 1:00 & 3:00 PM
  • January and February tours by appointment. Please call for availability.

Special hours apply during Ghosts & Goblins 2008:

  • Haunted Cave/Natural Cave Famliy Tours:

    • Saturdays: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Oct. 11, 18, 25, and Nov. 1

  • Haunted Cave/Haunted Trail Spooktacular Adventure:

    • Fridays & Saturdays: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Oct. 10 & 11, 17 & 18, 24 & 25, and 31 & Nov. 1

PLEASE PURCHASE TICKETS UPON ARRIVAL - tours leave every few minutes during the summer months and approx. every half-hour during the spring and fall. Tours are filled in the order tickets are sold. Tours go RAIN or SHINE!

2008 General Admission Rates

  • Adults .....................................................................$10.99 (over 12 years of age)
  • Child Combo Ticket .............................................$10.99 (ages 4 thru 12, incl) (Includes regular bag of mineral rough to pan for gems - available mid-March thru mid-November)
  • Children (cavern tour only)....................................$6.99 (ages 4 thru 12, inc.)
  • Children (ages 3 and under).................................Free
  • Senior Citizens......................................................$9.99 (age 65 and over, with ID)

Special Summer Programs and Discounts

(These discounts usable during June, July, August 2008 only!)

Lincoln Caverns is a proud member of and supports the conservation efforts of:

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