Explore Mushpot Cave, Lava Beds National Monument, California

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Considered an extension of the Visitor Center, this cave is a short walk away and has a paved path and lighting inside. A good first cave. One of the "Least Challenging Caves" is recommended as an introductory cave. It is the only cave in the park to have lights and interpretive signs explaining the cave formations, ecology and cave climate. Even though the cave is lit, we still recommend bringing extra lights and always watch your head. Length: 770 feet. Distance from visitor center: 524 foot walk. Cave has stairs/steps. Cave has a relatively "smooth" path (paved). Most people must duck-walk in some places. The caves found here were created by flows of smooth lava 10,500 to 65,000 years ago. As the lava cooled, caves formed and created homes for unique cave life to thrive. These fantastic underground worlds can be visited on your own or by guided tour in the summer. Please “take only pictures, leave only footprints” so others have a chance to discover what you have during your trip.

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