Was this cave used in the ancient past as someone’s home? You can’t even see the grotto until you are approaching the area. Did they choose it because of it’s semi-hidden location? Was it some sort of mining operation? What kind of stories does it have to tell?
This is a rough desert road that requires a high-clearance vehicle with mandatory four-wheel drive about a mile in. Lots of gravel and there is one steep, slippery, rocky hill (get out and walk it first). You went and bought that big ole’ 4x4 SUV, now take it out and use it!
Sorry, rental cars won’t make it… if you want to go in on foot, it is a 1-1/2 mile desert hike one-way from the edge of the pavement. Take appropriate water. Don’t attempt this on foot in July or August!
Approach off of West Cheyenne at:
N 36° 13.316
W 115° 19.916
There are several roads out here. Follow the orange flags someone tied to the bushes about one mile in (not sure what these lead to, but that’s another adventure).
There is a rough, steep rock-scramble once you park your vehicle at the loop. Even though it is only a 500 foot trek, you will climb 180 feet. Stay out of the loose rocks and wear sturdy footwear. Gloves and Binoculars are recommended. All climbers should be capable, independent rock-scramblers, as in NO LITTLE CHILDREN!
Remember this is the Wild West… Watch for desert critters, snakes, stingers, crawlers, etc.
The cache is an ammo box with lots of children’s goodies.
As with any abandoned mine or cave, enjoy it from a distance. Go to
this warning
if you are wondering why the cache isn’t directly at the grotto’s entrance.
Enjoy your trek, both driving and climbing!
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 Scenic View
 Offroad Vehicles Allowed / 4x4 Recommended
 Potentially Dangerous Area - Use Caution (No Small Children!)
 Rough, Steep Climbing (No Special Equipment Required)
 No Water Available
 Cactus / Spiny Plants
 Weather Permitting (Flash Flood Potential)
 Turn West off Cheyenne Lat: 36.13.316 Long: 115.19.916 ~ Mapquest |
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