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Lehman Caves National Monument
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| Lehman Caves is actually one cave. It is 402 m ( 1/4 mile) into marble and limestone known as speleothems. The cave is mostly known for its shield formations, described as two curcular heads fastened together. The shields are very similar-looking to many oceanic creatures. Over 300 shields are known to be in the cave. The cave includes: stalactites, stalagmites, helictites, flowstone, popcorn, and other formations. |
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The cave is located behind an iron door that is protruding from a hillside. If you are wishing to go on a guided tour, the fee is $4 although entry into the park is free. At one point on the tour, all the lights in the cave are turned off so that you may experience total darkness. |
| This national monument is found in NEVADA |
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