Haunted Cave Tours
Enter the Dark Depths of Cave of the Winds – If You Dare!
Ready to venture into Colorado’s spookiest underground experience? Our Haunted Lantern Cave Tour takes you into the eerie, ancient Manitou Grand Caverns, illuminated only by the glow of your own handheld lantern. Guided by expert storytellers, these tours are filled with ghostly legends, tales of unexplained monsters, local folklore, and chilling encounters of the Paranormal. Experience one of the best haunted house-style adventures all year long, set in the heart of a real cave where the stories actually took place!
What to Expect on Your Haunted Lantern Tour
Discover an unforgettable journey through the haunted depths of the mountain. This 90-minute walking tour takes you through narrow tunnels, uneven pathways, and low passageways. With only a flame-lit lantern in hand, you’ll experience the thrill of the unknown as you explore by flickering light, encountering ghost stories, tales of paranormal activity, and the history of Colorado’s most famous haunt.
- 90-minute tour
- Real cave setting with dark, narrow, and sometimes muddy paths
- Guided by lantern light, creating a classic spooky ambiance
- Ghost stories & folklore about the Manitou Grands and its eerie past
- Tour guides share thrilling tales
Get ready for hair-raising moments that will leave you on edge and eager to learn more about this spooky Colorado landmark.
Tour Pricing
| Age 0-7 | Children 8 and over only |
| Ages 8-12 | $24 |
| Ages 13 & Up | $34 |
| Ages 8-12 (Military Discount)* | 10% off |
| Ages 13 & Up (Military Discount)* | 10% off |
Safety & Accessibility Information
While this tour is unforgettable, it’s not the tour for everyone! Here’s what to keep in mind:
- Not suitable for children under 8, guests with knee/back trouble, or those easily frightened by paranormal tales.
- Physical requirements: You’ll navigate low passages (250 feet in length and as low as 48 inches), uneven steps, and some muddy floors. If you’re uncomfortable with tight spaces, this may not be the tour for you.
- Medical recommendations: If you have heart or respiratory issues, we recommend considering the Discovery Tour instead.
- Guests should wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes and bring a jacket for the cool cave temperatures which stay around 55 degrees year-round.
Why The Haunted Lantern Tour Stands Out
Unlike any haunted house, this haunted attraction is set in the raw, rugged depths of a real cave. With minimal lighting and a true historic setting, you’ll hear chilling folklore, and ghostly tales, possibly see live bats, and experience a level of spookiness no man-made haunted house can match.
With thousands of rave reviews, visitors agree that Cave of the Winds’ Haunted Lantern Tour is the best haunted attraction in Colorado Springs.
Elevate your tour
Add the Pioneer Package
Complete your adventure above ground! The Pioneer Package includes high-adrenaline activities like the Wind Walker Challenge Course, Bat-a-Pult Zip Line, and Cliff Hanger Climbing Wall. A great way to balance out the spooky vibes with a little fun in the sun!
FAQs
The tour is 90 minutes.
Children 8 and older are permitted, due to the spooky nature of the tour.
We recommend closed-toe shoes and a light jacket due to cooler cave temperatures of 54 degrees.
It’s designed to be thrilling and spooky, with ghost stories and dark passageways, dimly lit by only the lanterns your group carries.
Due to uneven surfaces and narrow tunnels of the location, the Haunted Lantern Tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Absolutely! We offer a 10% discount for Active Duty and Veterans on all tours.
Book Your Tour Today!
Travel down into the darkness and experience Colorado’s hottest haunt! Book your tickets now for the most spooky and unforgettable tour.
The Director’s Cut Haunted Lantern Tour
See You Next October!
For the ultimate Halloween thrill, experience the Director’s Cut of our Haunted Lantern Tour, taking horror to cinematic heights. Inspired by B movie horror classics and the spine-chilling movies of director Roger Corman, this extended 2-hour haunted cave tour delivers scenes straight out of a horror movie. Brace yourself for dimly lit paths, extra ghost stories, and hair-raising encounters in the eerie atmosphere of our real cave. This version brings you closer than ever to the haunting legends that inspired some of the best haunted house scenes!
- Dates: Available October 4th – 31st, starting at 6:00 p.m.
- Age Requirement: Recommended for ages 13 and up due to scarier content
- Tickets: $45 per adult (ages 13+)
- Exclusive Features: Extra ghost stories, director-inspired spine-tingling moments, and horror-movie scenes that make you the main character in a living horror double feature!
Feel like an actor in a horror movie as you navigate the haunted depths of Colorado’s spookiest cave. and make this next October memorable by reserving your tickets early – space is limited, and these tours fill fast!