The Ranger-led tour is interesting. It felt like we could have used more time down there but they do work on a schedule. Make reservations in advance because they book up and sell a limited number of tickets per tour. You are not permitted to go into the caves without a Ranger.
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Jewel Cave National Monument, Custer
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Ranked #7 of 22 attractions in Custer
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Type: Caverns/ Caves, National Parks
Activities: Group tours/day tour, Group tours/walking tour, Hiking
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Jewel Cave National Monument is home to the second longest cave in the world. Offering an assortment of cave formations and recreational......
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Jewel Cave National Monument is home to the second longest cave in the world. Offering an assortment of cave formations and recreational opportunities, many visitors are truly amazed by this underground wilderness. Most impressive is the fact that exploration and discovery continue to take place at this significant natural resource. As part of the National Park Service, the Monument offers four different types of cave tours: Scenic Tour (1 hour and 20 minutes), Discovery Tour (20 minutes) Historic Lantern Tour (1 hour and 45 minutes), and Wild Cave Tour (3 to 4 hours). Furthermore, an array of surface programs are also available during the summer months, which include guided nature hikes, patio talks, and special events.Reservations for cave tour tickets are strongly encouraged and can be made up to seven days in advance. Participant limitations often cause "full" tours during the summer season, and limited tour times occur in the off-season. For this reason, interested guests are encouraged to visit the Monument online or call the visitor center for specific information or helpful travel suggestions.
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Rapid City, South Dakota
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We went to this cave because it is part of the state park, and not a private cave, knowing we had stairs to go up and down through the cave, but it was rather easy, because you went slow, and stopped a lot to see all different things in the cave.
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Greeley, Colorado
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My wife, our son, his wife, and our three grandchildren (ages 7,5,2) all visited Jewel Cave National Monument today (May 7, 2012). We had previously been to Mt. Rushmore and the grandkids had all completed their requirements for their Jr. Ranger Badges, and they all wearing them on the tour. The tour Ranger, Bethann Herman, really made a big deal...
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Vermillion, South Dakota
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It was cool, no doubt. Not exactly what you would think of when you hear the name "JEWEL" cave but It's definitely interesting and worth the time and money if you are into caves.
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Minot, North Dakota
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Jewel cave is very impressive, the minute that the doors open on the elevator that brings you down to the enterance you will be amazed at the size of jewel cave. My kids and I have been through quite a few different caves around this area and this is easily our favorite. Wear good walking shoes, we didn't find any...
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Hollywood, Florida
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I had amazing experience, great to see with friend or solo. Inside the cave you hear water and the colors of cave are very unique. Person most be able to climb stairs..
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Saint Charles, Iowa
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My family lucked out on going on the scenic tour of the cave. This is a 1.5 hour loop tour though some of the more interesting areas of the cave. Groups are limited to 30 people and there is a limited amount of tours that they give per day. From what I understand on their website you can book up...
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Tel Aviv, Israel
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Great tour. You get to see some cave formations (like cave bacon) that I personally have never seen in other caves before. Guides are knowledgeable and well versed about the cave.
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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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My husband and I loved the jewel cave and the Discovery Tour we went on. It was a beautiful cave. But we had our 6 yr old daughter along and it was just to long for her. So I'd say be sure caves are something your kids are excited about and it would be a great stop!
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Spearfish, South Dakota, United States
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Truly an experience to be had. Not just for the 'rock hounds', it was interesting to everyone in our group.
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