There is much to be said about the cave systems in Georgia, and for avid spelunkers, it becomes so much more than just a hobby. This particular cave in Georgia, for instance, known as Sitton’s Cave has a fascinating and unusual history. But the caves in Georgia are more than just unique stories and historical points. They are rare and beautiful, and worth exploration for those who are brave and willing. Ready for a day trip in Georgia that’ll blow your mind?

 

In Walker County, Georgia, deep underneath the ground is a cave so spectacular, that you really have to see it to believe it.

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Ellison’s Cave is the deepest cave in Georgia, but also happens to be the 12th deepest cave in the United States.

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What’s even more fascinating about this cave is that it features the deepest, unobstructed pit in the entire continental United States named Fantastic Pit.

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If you’re interested in referencing how deep the cave is, it clocks in at 12 miles long and 1063-feet deep.

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But the Fantastic Pit is around 586-feet deep, which is twice the height of the Statue of Liberty and almost as tall as the Space Needle in Seattle.

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There are other deep pits and pitches within Ellison’s Cave that can be explored too, including Incredible Pit at 440 feet, Smokey I at 500 feet, and Smokey II at 262 feet.

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For those who are brave enough to attempt, Ellison’s Cave features a variety of systems worth exploring, which are stunning in their own right.

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Yet, this cave is not for beginners or those just looking to snag an Instagram photo—it is purely for experienced cavers who have a guide or professional with them.

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What do you think about Ellison’s Cave? Would you be willing to plan a day trip? For more information about the caving systems in Walker County, Georgia, click here.

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