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The Top 14 Caves in Colorado

Looking to visit a cave in Colorado on your next adventure? To help you better plan your next outdoor experience, we’ve collected Colorado’s 14

best caves for you. Based on the experiences of other users, each is a recommendation you know you can trust — so you can better plan your next adventure.

Last updated: November 4, 2025

Tunnel Drive Trail

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A beautiful trail above the Arkansas River with views of the surrounding canyon. It leads through several tunnels. Unfortunately we could not continue the trail because it is closed in …

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Saddlehorn Pueblo

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Of the many cliff dwellings and ruins that can be found at Canyons of The Ancients National Monument, the Saddlehorn Pueblo is one of the most picturesque. It features some …

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Balcony House (Guided Tour Access Only)

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The Balcony House Tour in Mesa Verde National Park is a one-hour, ranger-guided experience that provides a chance to learn about a mid-sized cliff dwelling with 38 rooms and two …

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Caves in Rifle Falls State Park

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Beautiful to visit and nice and cool in the cave openings in the summer.

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Sulphur Spring Cave

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Sulphur Cave has a temperature: of 73°F. According to the sign, this is the most mysterious of the springs. Legend has it that the early Indians used this cave and …

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Sand Canyon Trail

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The Sand Canyon Trail is a one of a kind trail. It's true to its name in the fact that it's sandy and travels up a canyon the whole time. …

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Step House

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Step House is free to visit and can be accessed from the trailhead by the Wetherill Mesa kiosk. The trail is open between spring and fall and you should allow …

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Mallory Cave Overlook

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The Mallory Cave Trail leads up to a great overlook and wildlife closure boundary. Though there is no access to the actual cave, you can scramble around on some of …

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Fulford Cave

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Fulford Cave is a true gem to explore, with a great variety of features to discover. You descend into a tube to get into the cave. Bring a helmet and …

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County Trail 83J

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This section can get loose and rocky but is not too technical. This is used in the Old Man Winter event.

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The Top 14 Caves in Colorado

Tunnel Drive Trail

Saddlehorn Pueblo

Balcony House (Guided Tour Access Only)

Caves in Rifle Falls State Park

Sulphur Spring Cave

Sand Canyon Trail

Step House

Mallory Cave Overlook

Fulford Cave

County Trail 83J

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