Chimney Cave (SICO’s Cave)
Cave Type: High-angle, steep climbs
Rock Type: Bascom-Beldens marble, Bascom formation
Description: Chimney Cave is a very steep passage formed along a high-angle fault in the marble. It descends, with loose rock, to a larger room with several climbs and domes before ending in a debris choke. The cave is home to a significant colony of hibernating bats and should not be visited in the winter.
Most photos below are from a 2014 bat survey.
Difficulty: Moderate
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