Gadao’s Cave EarthCache
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A Sea Cave with an added bonus.
Gadao’s Cave is a Sea cave formed in the Mariana Limestone on the
north shore of Inarajan Bay. Physical erosion of the limestone wall
by constant crashing waves formed this cave over time. Structural
weaknesses in the limestone erode quicker than the rest of the wall
helping define the shape and size of the cave. It is possible that
large storm waves sped up its creation, due to the immense pressure
they exert on the shore.
Access to Gadao’s Cave is best reached from Rt. 4. Turn east on
Chagamin Lagu Ave. located just north of Inarajan Bay. Follow that
until you reach Chalan Guefan where you will turn right. After
about .1 miles you’ll come across a road to the right that heads
down the hill through the jungle. Park off to the side and start
your journey by heading down this road.
You will need to walk on the limestone shelf to
access the cave so Flip/Flops are discouraged.
If it has recently rained the limestone can be slippery so be
cautious.
As an additional bonus you will find ancient Chamorro pictographs
inside Gadao’s Cave. These drawings are thought to illustrate an
encounter between Chief Gadao of Inarajan and Chief Malaguana of
Tumon.
To log this cache email me the mineral most likely used in creating
the pictographs. Also download a picture of your group at/in the
cave if possible. Due to a large amount of tourists visiting the
cave you will inevitably find some trash in the area. Please take
it with you when you leave. Thanks and have fun!
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