4 Things to Know About the Cave of the Winds Tour

The walk is under a mile with about 350 stairs The tour involves roughly half a mile of walking on wooden walkways and platforms near Bridal Veil Falls. The stairs are spread across short flights, so it’s manageable but noticeable by the end.

You take an elevator down to start The tour begins with an elevator into the gorge, so there are no stairs for that part. This makes the initial descent easy.

Most people finish in 30 to 45 minutes The pace is steady but not rushed. The “Hurricane Deck” at the bottom is the main highlight and payoff.

Official numbers vary slightly by source The distance and stair count can differ depending on the source, but the honest average is about half a mile and 350 stairs. Expect that range.