Cave of the WindsNIAGARA FALLS STATE PARK, NEW YORK
Niagara Falls has two very intriguing attractions. The World Changed Here Pavilio and the Cave of the Winds. It's been said “the world changed at Niagara Falls”. Hence the name The World Changed Here Pavilion. The pavilion will greatly enhance your experience so you’ll want to check out the new indoor multimedia pavilion before you head over to the Cave of the Winds. |
While at the pavilion you’ll learn how Nikola Tesla was able to harness the power of the falls so it created alternating current. You will be able to experience what Niagara Falls looked like prior to becoming a park. People from all over the world have been pulled here like a magnet for hundreds of years.
Once you’ve experienced The World Changed Here Pavilion, its time to check out the Cave of the Winds. The name Cave of the Winds itself is a little bit confusing. Back in the 1800’s there was a rock overhang kind of like a cave that actually allowed people to stand under the falls. But in the early 1900’s, that rock structure collapsed but the name Cave of the Winds has remained ever since.
Before heading to the Cave of the Winds, you’ll be outfitted with a souvenir poncho and a pair of sandals in hopes of keeping you dry. Next you’ll descend 175 feet via elevator into the magnificent Niagara Gorge. A wooden walkway path will lead you to the “Hurricane Deck”. This awe inspiring deck will take you within feet of the crashing Bridal Veil Falls where tropical storm conditions are always present. There is no place on earth that will take you any closer to the falls than right here. If you prefer to view the gorge from a dryer perspective, The Cave of the Winds Gorge Walk is a shortened version as seen from a view on the observation platform.
Once you’ve experienced The World Changed Here Pavilion, its time to check out the Cave of the Winds. The name Cave of the Winds itself is a little bit confusing. Back in the 1800’s there was a rock overhang kind of like a cave that actually allowed people to stand under the falls. But in the early 1900’s, that rock structure collapsed but the name Cave of the Winds has remained ever since.
Before heading to the Cave of the Winds, you’ll be outfitted with a souvenir poncho and a pair of sandals in hopes of keeping you dry. Next you’ll descend 175 feet via elevator into the magnificent Niagara Gorge. A wooden walkway path will lead you to the “Hurricane Deck”. This awe inspiring deck will take you within feet of the crashing Bridal Veil Falls where tropical storm conditions are always present. There is no place on earth that will take you any closer to the falls than right here. If you prefer to view the gorge from a dryer perspective, The Cave of the Winds Gorge Walk is a shortened version as seen from a view on the observation platform.
- OPEN DAILY -
- Sunday - Friday | 10:00 am - *5:20 pm | Saturday | 9:00am - *7:20pm -
- * Indicates when last ticket will be sold for the day -
- Tickets available for sale on-line -
- Please check website for more details -
- Sunday - Friday | 10:00 am - *5:20 pm | Saturday | 9:00am - *7:20pm -
- * Indicates when last ticket will be sold for the day -
- Tickets available for sale on-line -
- Please check website for more details -
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Learn more about the Cave of the Winds by visiting their website.
Address: Niagara Falls State Park Visitor Center, 332 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Phone: 716-278-1794
Address: Niagara Falls State Park Visitor Center, 332 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Phone: 716-278-1794
Updated 10/19/20- LLS
