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Woodward is open year-round, but our Cave Tours are only from May to September. Reserve your tickets ahead with easy online booking!
EXPERIENCE NATURE’S WONDER AT ITS BEST
One of the largest caverns in Pennsylvania, Woodward Cave boasts five spacious rooms that are hundreds of feet long with cathedral-like ceilings over 50 feet high. It is also home to the largest stalagmite in Pennsylvania – the famous Tower of Babel.
Cavern tours are fully guided, and are appx 50 minutes long. Cavern tours depart, rain or shine.
The year-round cave temperature remains a constant 48 degrees, so a jacket or sweatshirt is recommended. Sweatshirts and blankets are available at our gift shop!
This is a live cave, so appropriate closed-toe shoes are advised.
- The Ballroom
- The Square Room
- Hanging Forest
- Hall Of Statues
- The Upper Room
Our tour passes through five large rooms – each room is unique in appearance and formations.
Discover ancient stalagmites named for the almost perfect images of a “Kneeling Camel” and a “Lion’s Head”. Other stalagmite formations include Santa Claus, the Poodle’s Head, a Parrot sitting on an egg, the Turtle, a Totem Pole, and Folded Praying Hands.
A huge multi-tiered stalk of “Cave Bananas” hangs overhead as you circle the Tower of Babel. Crystal Lake and The Ballroom have historically hosted private weddings, community concerts, and large public events.
“THE BIG ONE” Celebrating 100 Years in 2026
In 2026, we are celebrating 100 years of tours at Woodward Cave. Join us for a season of events, activities and more. You can purchase limited-edition centennial souvenirs from the gift shop.
Woodward Cave officially opened for commercial tours in the Spring of 1926. This came following a multi-year renovation effort designed to make the cave more easily accessible.
To open the cave for public touring, a long diversion canal was built in 1924 which now carries seasonal flood water away from the cave. Then came the arduous task of cleaning centuries of debris from the cave channels and tunnels. A system of electric lights was installed and finally the first tours were given in the Summer of 1925 to the families of the men who helped to clean the cave. That Winter, the clay floor was surfaced with crushed limestone, and other finishing touches were added. Woodward Cave was officially opened to the public in the Spring of 1926.
Although originally known to locals as Red Panther Cave, the name was changed to Woodward Cave in honor of the nearby village of Woodward.
Plan A Group Tour With Us
Woodward Cave is excited to host your next group event. We offer discounted rates on tours over 20 people. Your group or organization can take advantage of large picnic areas, grassy fields, as well as food and gifts at our store.
Educational Tours for School Groups and Scouts
Woodward Cave is a wonderful educational resource for school groups, scout troops, and others organizations interested in a unique experience with nature.
Enrich your experience with our educational programs – available in our assembly hall prior to the tours. Learn about caves in general, amazing geologic processes, and wildlife found within.
What To Expect On Your Cave Trip!
