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Timpanogos Cave National Monument
Ranger Programs
Ranger programs are a great way to expand your exploration of Timpanogos Cave National Monument and American Fork Canyon. Spend a few minutes or a few hours with us as we share information, stories, and our own discoveries. A variety of interpretive ranger programs are offered during the summer months (May through September). There's something for everyone.
 
Walking through the caves
Discovering the wonders of the caves

CAVE TOURS
When: Daily
Duration: 3 hours round trip
Explore a world underground, deep inside the mountain, along the 3/4-mile, ranger led cave tour. Highly decorated caves with gravity defying helictites, fragile anthodite crystals and flowing cave drapery are among the many formations that adorn the caves and winding passages. These unique formations and the fascinating human history are a few of the things that make the caves such a special place. Before you begin your hike to the caves, be sure to buy your tickets at the visitor center.

 
Birds of Prey evening program. 
One of our most popular evening programs: Birds of Prey

EVENING PROGRAMS
When: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday evenings. Memorial Day until Labor Day.
Where: The visitor center
Duration: 1 hour
Time: 7:00 pm
Join a park ranger for an in-depth look at some of the compelling stories and interesting resources at Timpanogos Cave National Monument and American Fork Canyon. From snakes to birds of prey, from fire ecology to campfire sing-a-longs, there is something for everyone, at any age.

 
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Ranger Tina with a Junior Ranger

JUNIOR RANGER PROGRAMS
When: Saturday mornings and holidays. Memorial Day through Labor Day
Where: Visitor Center
Duration: 1/2 - 1 hour
Time: 10:00 am
Presented by Ranger Roberta on the visitor center patio, these programs cover a variety of interesting topics for kids of all ages. Children may become a "Junior Ranger" at anytime by participating in the program and earning a Junior Ranger badge or patch and certificate. Junior Ranger booklets are available at the visitor center.

 

INTRODUCTION TO CAVING TOUR
When: Contact a ranger at the visitor center for days and times (Memorial Day through Labor Day)
Duration: 3 1/2 hour round trip
Learn about caving and caving ethics as you hike off trail on this special cave tour to Hansen Cave Lake.  The tour is limited to five people, age 14 years and older and requires special equipment and clothing. Advance tickets are required. Click here for detailed information on the Introduction to Caving Tour.

 
Please check at the visitor center for the most current schedule of activities and program topics.  Visitor Center phone number (801) 756-5238.
frost cave formation  

Did You Know?
Frostwork, like it's name depicts, resembles hoarfrost growing outside on a foggy winter day. Most frostwork found in Timpanogos Cave is formed from aragonite, an unstable form of calcite. The delicate nature of these tiny crystals makes them particularly susceptible to damage and vandalism.

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Last Updated: September 18, 2008 at 12:46 EST