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About Historic Crystal Cave
Historic Crystal Cave is a seasonal family attraction about 3.5 miles east of Kutztown Train Station. The main experience combines a 13-minute orientation film with a guided underground tour reaching about 125 feet below the surface.
Guides interpret calcite and aragonite formations along concrete walks with steel railings. The cave stays around 54°F, so the operator recommends comfortable walking shoes and a light jacket even in summer.
Admission also includes access to the grounds’ picnic facilities, nature trail, historical exhibit, and other listed features. Miniature golf and gemstone panning cost extra. The natural cave is not wheelchair accessible, a material limitation that should be considered before purchase.
What stands out
Guided underground tour
Descend about 125 feet while a guide interprets the cave’s geology and named formations.
Historic show-cave story
The attraction dates its discovery to 1871 and includes a film and historical exhibit.
Family grounds
Picnic areas, a nature trail, exhibits, shops, food, miniature golf, and gemstone panning can extend the stop.
Pair it with the train
Why it belongs in an Allentown & Auburn Railroad trip
Crystal Cave is about 3.5 road miles from the Kutztown depot and turns the train day into a full family outing. Allow enough buffer between the fixed train departure and a cave tour; neither venue is a walk-up guarantee on busy seasonal dates.
Before you go
Plan your visit
- 2026 seasonOpen March through November and closed December–February. Daily hours vary by month, weekend, and holiday; use the official table before traveling.
- Tour lengthThe main experience is about one hour, including a 13-minute movie followed by the guided cave tour.
- Current admissionThe official site currently lists $21 for ages 12+, $16 for ages 4–11, and free admission for ages 3 and under. Recheck before visiting.
- AccessibilityThe operator states that the underground cave is not wheelchair accessible because of the natural environment and formations.
- ConditionsThe cave remains about 54°F. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a light layer.
- ParkingThe operator includes free parking with admission and says it can accommodate buses, RVs, and campers.
- Extra-cost activitiesMiniature golf and gemstone panning are not included in cave-tour admission.
Closer to the depot
Add Kutztown Area Historical Society
See Kutztown artifacts and a working model-train display inside the 1892 school.
Useful answers
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Crystal Cave tour?
The official site describes a one-hour experience beginning with a 13-minute movie before the guided underground tour.
Is the cave wheelchair accessible?
No. Crystal Cave explicitly says the underground cave is not wheelchair accessible.
What should I wear?
The cave stays about 54°F. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a light sweater or jacket.
Is miniature golf included?
No. Miniature golf and gemstone panning are extra-cost activities.
When is Crystal Cave closed?
The official site lists December, January, and February as the annual closure period, reopening March 1.
How far is it from Allentown & Auburn Railroad?
It is about 3.5 miles east of the Kutztown train station. Drive separately and leave buffer for both check-in times.
Trust and accuracy
Sources
Source checked 2026-08-12. This free guide has not yet been confirmed by the venue. Current hours, prices, services, and accessibility can change; confirm time-sensitive details directly.