spelunking

The stars at night may shine big and bright deep in the heart of Texas, but venture below the prairie dust and you'll find yourself in an ethereal underworld forever shrouded in darkness. Texas has more than 3,000 caves, with some open…

For some people, exploring caves, known as spelunking, is a casual hobby -- for others, it’s an obsession. Whatever your level of interest, California is a great place to head underground. Whether you want to explore caves on an easy…

Washington state's impressive wild places range from snow-capped mountains to dripping rainforests and fog-shrouded fjords. Its caves are often overlooked, but they offer distinct opportunities for adventure. In Washington, spelunking,…

China's enormity is more than just dirt deep. The massive expanse of land that comprises China's uniquely various landscape is shot through with plenty of subterranean space: Dozens of major caves dig under every province, as well as many…

Normally associated with the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, warm winter weather and traffic-clogged freeways, the city of Los Angeles has a deeper side tucked away in caves around the city where you'll find a dramatic change of scenery.…