The giant Hall of Arches is a complex maze of marble arches which span wall to wall over and under each other. As construction of the trail continues, further phases will open to the public, adding new vistas to the already spectacular tour. Information on each phase as it opens will be available here on our web site. It begins with a descent of about 60 feet, down five flights of stairs into the Colossal Room. You can see well-lit stalactites, stalagmites, long helictites, draperies, flowstones, columns and giant keystone bridges lodged high in the walls.
Visitors can also view the jewel-like, naturally turquoise lakes seventy feet below.
The walkway then extends through the Landmark portal and down into the Landmark Room, which contains large displays of spectacular helictites and large crystalline formations. It was this room that caught the attention of the National Park service and resulted in the National Natural Land mark designation. As the trail is being extended you can watch this construction and learn about the special methods we are using, while learning about the rich history and geology of this spectacular landmark cavern and the surrounding countryside. The tour includes information on what you will have to look forward to as further phases of the trail are opened for viewing. Little bending is required, but persons who have a fear of heights may be bothered.