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Ever wonder what's going on under the Earth's surface? Caves take thousands of years to form and are among the most delicate ecosystems on the planet.

Caves are openings in limestone rock that develop by the dissolution of calcite. The effects of acidic rain and groundwater create large underground networks.

The advance and retreat of shallow seas led to the unique features found in Wind Cave. Outcrops in the park point to the region's geologic history.

Mammoth Cave was formed when acidic groundwater dissolved limestone bedrock. The cavern system has led to Kentucky's distinctive karst topography.

Carlsbad Caverns National Park offers visitors a view of a stunning cave system. There are also opportunities for hiking and camping in this rugged desert environment.

Carlsbad Caverns National Park contains unique geologic features. The park's caves were formed atypically by sulfuric acid. The park's mountains include marine fossils.

Karst landscapes are defined by several key features. These features form due to geologic processes occurring in cavern systems below ground.

An unique cave tour located in Chattanooga Tennessee , Ruby Falls is an underground waterfall that has been a family favorite for over 75 years.