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Sequoia NP, California
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Unlike many other caves, Crystal Cave is carved out of marble, which gives it its unique and stunning appearance.
The cave is home to the Crystal Cave Harvestman, a species of spider found nowhere else in the world.
The cave was discovered in 1918 by two park employees who stumbled upon it while exploring the area.
Crystal Cave maintains a constant temperature of around 48°F (9°C) year-round, regardless of the weather outside.
To protect its delicate ecosystem, visitors can only explore the cave with a guide, ensuring its preservation for future generations.
Crystal Cave features stunning stalactites, stalagmites, and flowstones, formed over thousands of years by mineral deposits.
It is one of over 240 known caves in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, highlighting the region's rich geological history.
