Cathedral Gorge Caves in Cathedral Gorge State Park, NV

Hike Cathedral Gorge Caves Cathedral Gorge State Park, NV

Class 1 2.6 miles Minimal gain 1-2 hr Out + Back May 19, 2015
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A lesser-known gem called Cathedral Gorge State Park hides deep in middle-of-nowhere Nevada. The slot canyons and cathedral-like formations of this small gorge formed by erosion of a drying lake provides a nice detour if you're in the area. This hike wanders around the more popular features of the state park, checking out the Cathedral Caves area via a series of social trails that wrap around the cool formations. I just included the start park map attached in case you need it, because really it's a small park and shouldn't take too long to check out many of the highlights.

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Some nice wildflowers at the base of the eroded bluffs.
Some nice wildflowers at the base of the eroded bluffs.
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Cathedral Caves.
Cathedral Caves.
Really crazy eroded holes around the Cathedral Caves.
Really crazy eroded holes around the Cathedral Caves.
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Some water at the bottom of a chute, cool little spot.
Some water at the bottom of a chute, cool little spot.
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View into the valley below from one of the many social trail options.
View into the valley below from one of the many social trail options.

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