Mega Cavern might not seem like the normal cave or cavern that you are able to visit – it comes off a bit more like a theme park that has a little bit of nature thrown in as it is pretty much a man-made space. Forty-two years of mining led to what we now know as Mega Cavern today – […]
The caverns in California are a testament to the rich geological history and diverse terrain of the state. Lake Shasta Caverns, which was 250 million years in the making, are one of the most remarkable caves of the state, where you get to peek into a world that you have never seen or experienced before. It attracts many visitors throughout […]
The Cave Farm, in southeastern Minnesota, is famous as a whopping 38 caves have been discovered on the property. The Spring Valley Caverns are the largest of all caves that have been discovered here. It is under private ownership and is the most extensive cave system on the property. Several ground-breaking studies have taken place in the caverns, and some […]
Just two hours from Austin, the Colorado Bend State Park lets you experience nature at its best. You can spend a weekend here to enjoy the sylvan atmosphere and the unspoiled wilderness. The Park is unique as it offers loads of adventure above and below the ground. A network of caves (400 in total) adds a sense of mystery and […]
Jacob’s Well is arguably the longest underwater cave in Texas and is an artesian spring that gives out several thousand gallons of water per minute. It is one of the most important geologic areas in the Texas Hill Country. The spot has become so popular that the Park authorities have started taking online reservations for the swimming spots. Jacob’s Well, […]
Crystal Cave is a fun place that the whole family can enjoy. The professionally guided tours will help you discover the wonders of the cave and understand its geology and history. There are hiking trails, picnic spots, an educational gift shop, and gem panning facilities. People say that there is always something new to explore at the longest cave in […]
Bracken Cave is on the outskirts of San Antonio and is home to more than 15 million Mexican free-tailed bats. It is a crucial maternity site for bats. The female bats come here to give birth and rear the young every year. The Mexican free-tailed bats are essential for the farmlands as they consume more than 100 tons of moths […]
Carver’s Cave is a huge cavern below Dayton’s Bluff that the Native Americans presumably used for a long time. The cave was lost due to the construction of the railroads, but it was rediscovered in 1913. The re-discovery had excited many explorers and spelunkers, but the soft sandstone around the cave entrance crumbles frequently, forms debris, and the caves close […]
Samuels’ Cave, also known as Brown’s Cave or Mystery Cave, is a prehistoric rock shelter naturally formed in La Crosse County. The cave has pictographs of the Native Americans who lived in this area. The cave was included in the National Register of Historic Places in 1991. The cave has some beautiful paintings and images made by the Native Americans, […]
Many people tend to associate volcanoes with tall, angular peaks, and it is believed that some of the most beautiful geological features stay hidden below the feet. One can find good proof of this theory at the Mojave National Preserve, where a trail leads to The Lava Tube. Entering the tube will give visitors a chance to experience a fantastic […]
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