Sunday, August 12, 2012

Mystery Cave

In nearly every one of my blog posts about our day trips this summer, I've mentioned how HOT it has been - and I typically like the heat - just 80 degree heat - not high 90s! Anyway, Steve suggested that since Amaya enjoyed Niagara Cave so much, we should check out Mystery Cave in Forestville State Park. 

We took the "scenic route" to Mystery Cave because one of the major roads leading to the cave was closed forcing GPS to take us in a round-a-bout way to get there on gravel roads. I don't think I've ever been to Forestville State Park before, but I'd like to go back to either camp or hike or both!

Since Amaya is now an "experienced spelunker" she brought her own flashlight with her to "lead the tour."


We were a little disappointed because we were in a much larger tour group than we were when we visited Niagara Cave. However, this tour was led by a park ranger who was quite knowledgeable about the State Park's history and the cave.


Mystery Cave is completely handicapped and stroller accessible, so our exploring was a little less challenging than Niagara Cave. We were still impressed with the formations.

 


 



This stalagmite and stalactite are about 50 years from becoming a column... maybe we'll go back when we're in our eighties to see if they've connected.


Our picture doesn't really do this lake any justice... it's called Turquoise Lake.


Overall, we enjoyed our time... but I think the next cave we "explore" will need to be a little more rustic.