Lehman Caves

Lehman Caves

A Living Cave


Great Basin National Park, Nevada

Lehman, a rancher living in the area in 1885 found the cave.  Curiosity and experience as a miner caused him to investigate a mysterious opening near his ranch.
Lehman cave is full of calcite formations, a prime example of a limestone solution cavern.  Seeping water carries drops of dissolved limestone which deposits calcite and other minerals along the walls as it evaporates.
This is a fragile cave. Touching the walls just the oils from your skin will kill the cave over time.
Designated as a National Monument in 1922 it is a protected area.
Tours are conducted; there is a limit of 30 people per tour.  Tours are about every hour.  During the summer the park is very busy and tours could sell out.  Plan ahead.  
The cave is open at 8:30 AM, all but 3 days out of the year.  
You may want to wear a light jacket as it is cool inside the cave.  For sure wear good walking shoes.
Some of the crevice is narrow.  Ladies opt for a camera and leave the big purse behind.
There is a campgrounds near by where RV and tent parking is permitted.
The Great Basin National Park is located 67 miles east of Ely.  Near Baker, Nevada
It’s a family trip.