Land of Giants: 10 Facts About Sequoia National Park
The Park Is Rich in Cave Resources
At least 200 known caves are located beneath Sequoia National Park.13
There have been 20 species of invertebrates discovered in the park’s cave systems, including roosts for the rare Corynorhinus townsendii intermedius bat species (or Townsend’s big-eared bat).13
Currently, the 3-mile-long Crystal Cave is the only cavern available for public tours, as the remaining formations are restricted to scientific research and require special permissions. The smooth marble, stalactites, and stalagmites inside Crystal Cave were polished over time by subterranean streams.
At least 200 known caves are located beneath Sequoia National Park.13
There have been 20 species of invertebrates discovered in the park’s cave systems, including roosts for the rare Corynorhinus townsendii intermedius bat species (or Townsend’s big-eared bat).13
Currently, the 3-mile-long Crystal Cave is the only cavern available for public tours, as the remaining formations are restricted to scientific research and require special permissions. The smooth marble, stalactites, and stalagmites inside Crystal Cave were polished over time by subterranean streams.
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07 February 2023
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