Type
Cave
Location
41.7052°N 121.5153°W
Catacombs is the longest mapped cave on Cave Loop Road and one of the most demanding, named for its branching low passages. It is rated among the most challenging caves in the monument.
Details
- Type
- Cave
- Accessibility
- Limited accessibility
Inside the cave
Catacombs runs about 6,903 feet, the longest tour route here. The first stretch is walkable, but past roughly 800 feet the ceiling drops to about 3 feet, and some sections narrow to around 12 inches. A map is recommended because of the branching layout. Carry a helmet and at least three light sources, and pick up a free permit and white-nose syndrome screening at the visitor center before going in. This is a route for people comfortable with extended crawling and tight, dark passages.