I haven’t been to Mitchell Caverns since it closed during the recession. In that time, I read that vandals caused extensive damage to the caverns. Is it true? I look forward to finding out when this small natural treasure reopens to the public. In the meantime, I have added some of my photos here because I think folks seem to have forgotten some of the cool features. If you’re expecting Carlsbad Caverns, this ain’t it. However, it’s a piece of what makes the Mojave Desert such a sublime and quiet place.
Matthew S.
Hartford County, CT
Bad news, folks: Thanks to our idiot leaders in Sacramento who, apparently, couldn’t fix the state budget if the fate of the world depended on it, Providence Mountains State Recreation Area(in which Mitchell Caverns is the main attraction) is now closed due to budget cuts. Boo! Will it ever re-open? Who knows! Thanks a bunch, Sacramento! In any event, call or go online to check the status of this park before driving all the way out there.
