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Timpanogos Cave National Monument: fees, hours, camping and when to visit
Timpanogos Cave National Monument is a National Monument in Utah that is part of the U.S. National Park System[4]. NPS says the park gate has no charge, but a cave tour ticket is needed to go into the caves[5].
Entrance fees and passes
Fees as listed by the National Park Service. Fees change, so confirm on the park's official fees page before you go.
| Fee or pass | Price |
|---|---|
| Timed Entry Reservation - Location[6] | $12 |
| Timed Entry Reservation - Location[7] | $17 |
| Timed Entry Reservation - Location[8] | $22 |
The America the Beautiful pass is accepted here[9].
Entrance fee payment is cashless (card or mobile payment)[10].
America the Beautiful passes cover entrance fees at national parks and other federal recreation sites.
| Pass | Who can get it | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Resident Annual Pass[11] | US citizens and residents | $80 |
| Non-Resident Annual Pass[11] | Non-US residents | $250 |
| Senior Annual Pass[11] | US citizens and residents 62+ years old | $20 |
| Senior Lifetime Pass[11] | US citizens and residents 62+ years old | $80 |
| Military Annual Pass[11] | Current US military and dependents | Free |
| Military Lifetime Pass[11] | Gold Star Family members and veterans | Free |
| Access Pass[11] | US citizens and residents with permanent disability | Free |
| 4th Grade Pass[11] | US 4th graders | Free |
| Volunteer Pass[11] | Federal recreation site volunteers with 250 service hours | Free |
When to visit and hours
NPS says cave tours generally run from late May to early October[12]. Picnic areas and the Canyon Nature Trail stay open year round, weather permitting[13]. In 2025 the busiest month was June with 20,984 recreation visits[1]. The quietest month was February with 365[1]. Inside the caves it is 43-48 F, while temperatures on the cave trail swing from the 30s to above 100 degrees F depending on the season[14]. NPS says to carry drinking water, especially in summer[14]. The cave trail can close for high winds, rockfall or lightning storms, so call the visitor center if you have concerns[14].
Show visits by month
| Month, 2025 | Recreation visits |
|---|---|
| January | 512 |
| February | 365 |
| March | 1,410 |
| April | 3,649 |
| May | 10,553 |
| June | 20,984 |
| July | 19,760 |
| August | 16,046 |
| September | 14,007 |
| October | 3,001 |
| November | 1,297 |
| December | 447 |
Pets and dogs
The national NPS rule says pets, where allowed, must be kept in a crate or cage, or on a leash of six feet or shorter[15]. Pets are not allowed in public buildings, and service animals are excepted[15]. NPS lists pets as permitted on 1 of the 3 things to do, the Canyon Nature Trail[16]. Each park can close more areas to pets[15].
Before you go
- NPS lists timed entry reservation tickets at $12[6], $17[7] and $22[8], and caves cannot be entered without a ticket[6].
- Entrance fees are cashless, so bring a card or mobile payment[10].
- The park accepts the America the Beautiful pass for entrance[9].
- NPS lists the Resident Annual Pass at $80[11] and the Senior Annual Pass at $20[11].
- Fees and hours change, so check https://www.nps.gov/tica before you go[13].
Questions people ask
- How much do Timpanogos Cave tours cost?
- NPS lists timed entry reservation tickets at $12[6], $17[7] and $22[8]. NPS says the park gate itself has no charge[5].
- When are the cave tours offered?
- NPS says cave tours are generally available from late May to early October[12].
- Can I bring my dog?
- NPS lists pets as permitted on the Canyon Nature Trail, 1 of the 3 things to do[16]. Pets are not allowed in public buildings[15].
- Does Timpanogos Cave accept the America the Beautiful pass?
- Yes, NPS lists it as accepted for entrance[9]. The Resident Annual Pass is listed at $80[11].
- Can I pay with cash?
- NPS says entrance fees are cashless, so use a card or mobile payment[10].
Facts and sources
- NPS recreation visits by month, 2025 (chart on this page). NPS Visitor Use Statistics
- NPS recreation visits per year: 2021: 122,551, 2022: 155,995, 2023: 120,656, 2024: 114,034, 2025: 92,031. NPS Visitor Use Statistics
- Visitor centers listed by NPS: 1 (Timpanogos Cave Visitor Center). National Park Service
- Timpanogos Cave National Monument is a unit of the U.S. National Park System (designation: National Monument) in Utah. National Park Service
- Timed entry or reservation note from NPS (reservations): Although there is no cost to enter the park, a cave tour ticket must be purchased to enter the caves. National Park Service
- Entrance fee, Timed Entry Reservation - Location: $12. National Park Service
- Entrance fee, Timed Entry Reservation - Location: $17. National Park Service
- Entrance fee, Timed Entry Reservation - Location: $22. National Park Service
- Timpanogos Cave National Monument accepts the America the Beautiful (interagency) pass for entrance. National Park Service
- Entrance fees at Timpanogos Cave National Monument are cashless (cards or mobile payment, no cash) according to NPS. National Park Service
- America the Beautiful pass prices (table on this page). NPS Passes
- Operating hours, Cave Tours: Cave tours are available generally late-May through early October. National Park Service
- Operating hours, Picnic Areas: Picnic areas and Canyon Nature Trail are open year round (weather permitting). For up to date information, visit https://www.nps.gov/tica. National Park Service
- NPS weather and seasons overview for Timpanogos Cave National Monument. National Park Service
- National Park Service rule 36 CFR 2.15: where pets are allowed they must be crated, caged or on a leash no longer than six feet at all times, and pets are not allowed in public buildings, on public transportation or on designated swimming beaches (service... eCFR, 36 CFR 2.15
- NPS lists 3 things to do at Timpanogos Cave National Monument: Cave Tour, Walk the Canyon Nature Trail, Hike the Cave Trail. Pets permitted on 1 of them (Walk the Canyon Nature Trail). Reservation required for 1. National Park Service