Smallin Civil War Cave

Near the town of Ozark, this cave was an experience well worth the"search and find" mission.  The cave is a family owned business and the recent snow fall and frigid temperatures have limited the number of visitors.  Meaning, Matthew and I had a private tour by a very cave-passionate and knowledgable owner.

Just inside the arch--vegetation and ice

Looking back at the arch

Not only were the structure and the history of the Smallin Cave interesting, so were the rare animals.  Matthew and I got to see Ozark Blind Cave Salamanders before they lost their eyesight and pigmentation.  The most rare sighting was the Bristly Cave Crayfish--blind and white.
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Smallin Civil War Cave