Grand Palace

Lehman Caves Tours

Grand Palace Tours are approximately 90 minutes long. The Grand Palace Tour travels 0.6 miles, and children must be at least 5 years old to join the Grand Palace Tour (except on tours November through February). This tour visits the Gothic Palace, the Music Room, the Lodge Room, Inscription Room, and the Grand Palace sections of Lehman Caves, including a chance to view the famous Parachute Shield formation. Tour is limited to 20 visitors. White Nose Syndrome screening is mandatory.

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Need to Know

• The elevation at the cave entrance is 6,825ft (2080m). The temperature in the cave is constant 50 F (10 C) year round so a light jacket is recommended. Please wear shoes with good traction as trails may be wet and slippery. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

  The only items visitors may bring in the cave with them is a (hand-held) camera, jacket and flashlight. All other items, including purses, backpacks, strollers, tripods, camera bags, food, water, tobacco, gum, and pets are not allowed.

  If you are bringing a toddler on the Grand Palace Tour (toddlers are only allowed on the Grand Palace Tour November 1st- March 5th) please call the Lehman Caves Visitor Center prior to your arrival to let us know. The visitor center number is 775-234-7510.