Pettyjohns Cave
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Located in the Pigeon Mountain Wilderness area, Pettijohn's Cave is also popular among Southern students.
Pettijohn's Cave has 6.5 miles of passage to explore. Ceiling height varies greatly. A helmet is a good idea, as always. Also, expect to get wet. Most of this cave is a wet cave. Much of the cave is considered horizontal, but can be treacherous nonetheless. Step carefully.
Entrance: The entrance is a narrow corkscrew, but once you reach the bottom you can stand up. From here there are several destinations you can visit. The most popular seems to be the waterfall. There are other destinations, but I do not know the ways well enough to describe them here.
In the cave: There are several destinations in Pettijohn's that you can reach. The most popular seems to be the waterfall. I debated (and actually did, but removed it now) posting directions to the waterfall, but not only would i feel really dumb if someone got hurt or something using them, but they are also long and not that interesting to read.
i will however be happy to take anyone who wants to go, or if i can't will get you in touch with someone else who can. :)
As always, take some friends with you, preferably one at least who knows the way. Practice safe caving and have a good time!
Disclaimer: For driving directions, please refer to someone who has been there before or send me a private message. You can also email the admin and he will get in touch with me. I am happy to disseminate information, but do not want to post it where everyone can see it. Caves are fun, but can be dangerous. I will not post explicit directions publicly because I do not want to be responsible for any old joe going there and getting in trouble. The same is true for the following "verbal map" of the cave. This is intended to supplement a trip that has at least one experienced person along who has been to the cave. I will not be responsible for any harm that comes from the misuse or abuse of this "map" by someone using it as a foolproof guide. Be aware that this is a public forum and these words can be changed. Always check any directions against an official map.
