Discovered by ConnerLife on the Farmstead
Guler Ice Caves
Caving in Trout Lake, WA
These ice caves were definitely a highlight of the trip for all of us. It was like being on another planet!
Here are some things to keep in mind before you head into the cave:
You'll definitely need a good pair of waterproof shoes or boots, with some form of microspikes for extra traction, as almost everything in the cave is covered in a layer of ice.
Dress warmly. The cave is full of ice throughout the year, so it's cold in the cave even on the hottest days in summer, especially if you venture deep. A good pair of gloves will help keep your hands warm and dry and, also protect against some of the rough rocks while exploring.
A helmet or hard hat is another safety precaution I would recommend for everyone, especially those who are over six feet like myself. There is some climbing involved in areas so it was very easy to not pay attention to low-hanging rocks or icicles.
A headlamp is also a must-have. It's very dark and the light on your phone isn't quite enough to safely explore the caves.
There is a map just before the entrance of the cave that shows you all the different areas you can get to. You won't necessarily have to worry about getting lost in the cave since it's pretty linear, but it does help you determine where you might want to get to or see where you ended up.
Here are some things to keep in mind before you head into the cave:
You'll definitely need a good pair of waterproof shoes or boots, with some form of microspikes for extra traction, as almost everything in the cave is covered in a layer of ice.
Dress warmly. The cave is full of ice throughout the year, so it's cold in the cave even on the hottest days in summer, especially if you venture deep. A good pair of gloves will help keep your hands warm and dry and, also protect against some of the rough rocks while exploring.
A helmet or hard hat is another safety precaution I would recommend for everyone, especially those who are over six feet like myself. There is some climbing involved in areas so it was very easy to not pay attention to low-hanging rocks or icicles.
A headlamp is also a must-have. It's very dark and the light on your phone isn't quite enough to safely explore the caves.
There is a map just before the entrance of the cave that shows you all the different areas you can get to. You won't necessarily have to worry about getting lost in the cave since it's pretty linear, but it does help you determine where you might want to get to or see where you ended up.