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Bonnechere Caves.

Family-run guided cave tours through 500-million-year-old limestone formations on the Bonnechere River.

Bonnechere Caves
01 — About

The brief.

Bonnechere Caves sits along the Bonnechere River in Eganville, Ontario, where the Hinsperger family has welcomed visitors underground for more than 65 years. The site preserves a network of limestone passages formed beneath an ancient tropical sea, with fossils of cephalopods, brachiopods, corals and other marine life visible in the cave walls. Guided tours run on a walk-in basis from the May long weekend through Thanksgiving, with small groups of up to 25 led through the chambers by interpretive guides. Above ground, the property includes walking trails, a sinkhole, picnic facilities and views of the Fourth Chute Falls. The caves also host seasonal events including the Cavestock concert series and cycling activities.

02 — Programs

4. ways in.

  1. 01

    Guided Cave Tour

    For: All ages; families, school groups, geology enthusiastsWhen: May long weekend through Thanksgiving

    Interpretive walking tour through limestone caves formed beneath an ancient tropical sea, featuring fossil deposits and geological formations along the Bonnechere River. Tours depart every 20-30 minutes on a first-come, first-served basis with up to 25 visitors per group.

    Adults $25, Seniors 65+ $22, Youth 13-17 $17, Children 4-12 $15, under 4 free (taxes and parking included)

  2. 02

    Cavestock Concert Series

    For: Music and event-goersWhen: Summer

    Outdoor concert series held on the Bonnechere Caves property, featuring local performers including the Local Ladies Who Rock lineup. Dates announced seasonally via the operator's website and Facebook page.

  3. 03

    Tie-Dye Tuesdays & Paint the Waterfall

    For: Families, creative visitorsWhen: Summer operating season

    Recurring on-site creative activities including tie-dye Tuesdays and a drop-in painting program centred on the Fourth Chute Falls. Available alongside cave tour visits during operating hours.

  4. 04

    Cycling from Bonnechere Caves

    For: CyclistsWhen: Operating season

    The parking lot serves as a starting point for self-guided rides in the surrounding Ottawa Valley, including the I Climbed the Foymount Hill cycling challenge route. Riders can combine a ride with a cave tour visit.

03 — Notable

Worth knowing.

  1. 01Operated by Chris and Val Hinsperger for over 65 years.Source ↗
  2. 02Located at 1247 Fourth Chute Rd, Eganville, Ontario.Source ↗
  3. 03Tours run daily from the May long weekend through June 30, daily through Labour Day, then weekends through Thanksgiving.Source ↗
  4. 04Tour group size is limited to 25 visitors, with departures every 20-30 minutes.Source ↗
  5. 05Cave walls expose fossils including cephalopods, brachiopods, crinoids, gastropods and corals.Source ↗
Today

Outside the door.

Air Quality
5
aqhi · moderate
UV Index
3.0
scale 0–11
Humidity
24%
relative
Wind
12 km/h
North
Temp
+25°
H 25° · L 6°
Sun
05:22 / 20:50
15h 28m daylight
A
GOOD DAY TO BE OUTSIDE

25° with 12 km/h wind. Go enjoy it.

04 — Visit

Get in
touch.

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Phone (Phone)
1-800-469-2283
Address
1247 Fourth Chute Rd, Eganville, ON K0J 1T0, Canada
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AER’s guide to Bonnechere Caves · Compiled from www.bonnecherecaves.comLast verified 2026-06-01