
Did you know
that the Timpanogos cave system is home to 43 different types, subtypes and
varieties of described speleothems (cave formations)? There are probably even
more that haven't been discovered yet. The spaciousness of the big room is
quite a contrast to the cramped quarters of the Middle Cave fault.

Here is another example of an expansive flowstone.
The delicate looking formation below is known as frostwork. Frostwork formations
are needle-like sprays of aragonite crystals. It is so tempting to touch them,
but visitors have to resist not only because formations may break but also
because oils from human fingers (even clean ones) coat cave formations. This
results in discoloration and prevents natural growth processes from occurring.

This picture shows a portion of the big room. How many different types of
speleothems can you spot?
