Moqui Cave

Moqui Cave is a sandstone cave about 5 miles north of Kanab on U.S. Route 89, operated as a museum. It was originally a sand mine, then served as a speakeasy during Prohibition and later as a tavern and dance hall. In 1951 the Chamberlains turned it into a tourist attraction; today it houses one of the largest fluorescent mineral displays in the United States (under blacklights), plus dinosaur tracks, Native American artifacts, fossils, and arrowheads. The interior stays cool, never exceeding about 65°F.

Highlights

• Fluorescent mineral display in a separate chamber
• More than 180 dinosaur tracks, plus pottery, spear points, fossils, and local artifacts
• Original 1950s bar and stools; moqui marbles on display
• Official site directs visitors to the Google listing for current hours

Tips

Check current hours and admission before you go; the official site points visitors to the Google listing for hours. Contact: 435-644-8525. Combines well with Sand Caves and other Kanab-area stops.

When to go

Spring Summer Fall Winter

Hours can change by season. Check the official listing or call the museum before planning the stop.

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