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Lost Sea (Craighead Caverns)

National Natural Landmark

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IN BRIEF
The Lost Sea cavern system includes the largest known underground lake in the country, an abundance of crystal clusters called anthodites, stalactites, stalagmites, and a waterfall. The site once yielded bones and footprints of a giant Pleistocene jaguar. Ownership: Private.

DESIGNATION DATE
1974



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