Redwall Cavern in the canyon wall on the Coloradon River in Marble Gorge in Arizona. Photo by Ron Harris
This lists caves to see in Arizona, along with national caving organizations you may find interesting. Listings link to a page or website with additional photos, descriptive text, directions or a map, and a list of services available in the area. Details on related recreational activities also may be included. Inexperienced cavers are encouraged to join one of the caving organizations listed on our Caving in Arizona page for both your own safety and the protection of the caves themselves.
BENSON
KARTCHNER CAVERNS STATE PARK
Box 1849
Benson, AZ 85602
520-586-2283
A stunning 2.4 miles long, wet and "live" limestone cave in Southeastern Arizona, boasts many world-class features that have been protected since the cave was discovered in 1974. Two cave tours.
FLAGSTAFF
LAVA RIVER CAVE Peaks Ranger Station
5075 N Highway 89
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
928-526-0866
A mile-long lava tube cave, was formed roughly 700,000 years ago by molten rock that erupted from a volcanic vent. Open to spelunking. Located in Coconino National Forest, the area has ancient ruins and hiking trails.
GRAND CANYON
REDWALL CAVERN
Grand Canyon, AZ
Redwall Cavern is located in Marble Gorge on the Colorado River, and is only accessible by boat on a rafting trip through the Grand Canyon.
HEREFORD
CORONADO CAVE
4101 East Montezuma Canyon Road
Hereford, AZ 85615
520-366-5515
A beautiful range of formations, including stalactites, stalagmites, flowstones and helictites. Approximately 600 feet long, 20 feet high and 70 feet wide with several crawl ways and passages.
PEACH SPRINGS
GRAND CANYON CAVERNS
Box 180
Peach Springs, AZ 86434
928-422-3223
A natural limestone cavern 210 feet underground. Enter and leave by means of an elevator. 45 minute, 3/4 of mile guided walking tours are available.
VAIL
COLOSSAL CAVE MOUNTAIN PARK
16721 E Old Spanish Trail
Vail, AZ 85641
520-647-7275
Tour route is a half mile long, six and a half stories down and back, and takes about 45-50 minutes. A beautiful cave with numerous stalactites, stalagmites, flowstone, boxwork, and helictites.
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