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Wonderland Cave

12634 Alpine Rd · Nemo, SD

Why you should go…

Wonderland Cave is a show cave near Nemo, South Dakota, about 45 minutes from Deadwood or Rapid City. Discovered in 1929, it has offered guided commercial tours since 1930 that descend 127 steps to view stalactites, stalagmites, helictites and other crystal formations. Tours run every 30 minutes and last roughly 45 minutes to an hour.

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Good to know

General sport & outdoor guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Weather calls the shots

    Check the forecast the morning of and keep an indoor backup in your pocket for the day it turns.

  • Shoes, water, sun cover

    The three things that decide whether you last the whole outing or cut it short after an hour.

  • Parking and launches fill early

    On a nice weekend, lots and trailheads are often full by mid-morning.

  • Daylight shrinks in shoulder season

    Spring and fall visits need an earlier start than the same trip in July.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Wonderland Cave, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Black Hills Caverns

    Under $25

    Guided walking tours through a historic cave system of crystal formations near Rapid City.

    12 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

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    Under $25

    A Sturgis museum of rare Saab automobiles and General Motors heritage cars spanning 1950 to 2011.

    14 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau

    Free

    Sturgis, South Dakota's visitor bureau for trip planning around the Black Hills and the annual motorcycle rally.

    14 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Sport & Outdoor
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    Black Hills Wilderness Edge

    $50+

    ATV and UTV rental outfitter for guided backcountry trail riding near Keystone, South Dakota.

    20 mi awayMore like this

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Rushmore Tramway Adventures

    $25–$50

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    22 mi awayMore like this

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Black Hills Balloons

    $50+

    Sunrise hot air balloon flights over Custer State Park and the southern Black Hills.

    30 mi awayMore like this