![]() This is not a good place for people with mobility issues. ***There are ~363 steps involved, some of which involve uneven surfaces and no handrails. We are glad we took the tour but definitely don't need to do so again and will definitely pay attention to future cave tours as to whether the cave is dormant or still active. an alive cave making comparison of the two types of caves very easy. The interesting part of this cave is if you've never toured a dormant cave before, this will give you an excellent perspective on a dormant vs. The stalagmites and stalactites stopped growing decades ago and the cave was badly vandalized almost 100 years ago so most of the formations (other than huge ones) are broken off and never got to try and repair themselves as the cave dried up. Thus, it was dry, dusty and very warm (71 degrees). ![]() We had never been in a dormant cave before, just alive/active/whatever they are called caves. Second, Colossal Cave is a "dormant" cave so no need for a sweater/sweatshirt, etc. If you were at the end of the group (where we started out), it was impossible to see what the tour guide was talking about, and it was often difficult to hear her. While we are glad we took the tour I found several things noteworthy. Make sure to stop by the Colossal Cave visitor center for cave tours, a gift shop, and a cafe.My son and I enjoy going on cave tours. The Yellow course will start at the meet center. There will be about a 300m / 5 minute walk to the start for the Cholla Chaser. For safety and out of respect, if you encounter a horseback rider stop and step off the trail until they have passed. There is an active ranch on the map that leads horseback rides in the park. There is a decent network of trails in the park, but the farther east you get from the ranch and camping areas the more indistinct the trails become. ![]() While there isn’t too much cholla cacti, there is plenty of other thorny vegetation (white thorn and cat’s claw acacia) so long sleeve shirts and long pants with gaiters are highly recommended. So as a general rule, the sides of the bigger reentrants / washes usually have areas of thicker vegetation. We have tried to map the areas of thicker vegetation but I am sure we missed some. It has a mixture of rough open with scattered trees and bushes of widely varying density with no distinct boundaries. As with the Catalina State Park map, white on this map will look nothing like your white forest at home. This is a new map for the Tucson Orienteering Club. Upon exiting “The Box”, you will punch the start control and follow the rest of the course in order, which will be the same for all competitors. Course lengths will vary from about 3km-6km depending on how much of the box you do and how efficiently you do it!Įveryone will enter “The Box” first, visiting the number of controls indicated by your age and gender in the handy chart below. On the National Historic Register, the 2,400-acre Park showcases crystal-filled Colossal Cave and historic La Posta Quemada Ranch. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places the 2400 acre park and ranch feature: Guided Cave Tours Hiking and Biking Trails Horseback Rides Petting Zoo and Butterfly. It has been home, shrine, hideout, inspiring workplace, exciting playground, tranquil retreat. Hidden high in the southern Arizona Mountains with its endless Sonoran Desert vistas, rich history, and authentic Wild West vibe, Colossal Cave Mountain Park is a destination for the adventurous at heart. This is a handicapped race in which all participants get the same map but the number of controls you are required to visit is determined by your age and gender. This desert refuge has sheltered people for over a thousand years. Approximately 11 miles from the event site in Vail, AZ.Ĭourse: Mass-start event (everyone starts at the same time). Location: Colossal Cave Mountain Park, about 40 minutes driving time from downtown TucsonĬlosest ER and urgent care: Northwest Emergency Center at Vail (10146 E Old Vail Rd, Tucson, AZ 85747).
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