Caving in Utah
Caving has its unique aspects anywhere you go, and Utah is no exception. There are an extremely diverse range of caves here, from wet stream filled passages to dusty dry desert caves. Some can be entered easily, while many of the caves in the state are vertical and require technical equipment to explore. High alpine caves can only be visited a few months of the year due to snowpack, and some caves have special rules and requirements in order to protect wildlife, delicate formations, and other concerns.
With all this being pointed out, it can be tricky to get started caving in Utah. Especially if you are interested in doing so safely. After several years of actively caving here, I decided it was time to start to compile some of my resources and knowledge together for others to take advantage of what I have learned through a lot of trial and error.
About UtahCaver.com
UtahCaver.com is a centralized location where I share some of my underground adventures, and provide useful resources for others to further their own adventures. If it happens on a caving related trip, or may be useful to those interested in caving in the state, it should end up here. If you aren't interested in caves specifically, there are several other pages of resources for other activities I enjoy around Utah as well.
Look around the site and enjoy the pictures and stories. For many people it is enough to simply know others have seen new places. National Geographic has quite the following! If you find yourself looking for more caving information, send me a message or stop by a local NSS Grotto meeting to find some local connections. (You’ll find www.caves.org an excellent resource to get you started.) Typically you will find a room full of friendly people who would love to share their hobby with you. Just be warned that it can turn into an obsession if you’re not careful.