Martin Ridge Cave System, Underground cave system in Edmonson County, Kentucky, United States.
Martin Ridge Cave System extends through limestone formations with interconnected passages, streams, and chambers spanning over 55 kilometers beneath Kentucky terrain.
Rick Schwartz discovered the initial Whigpistle Cave entrance in 1976, leading to systematic mapping efforts under National Park Service supervision for watershed research.
Researchers and explorers from Western Kentucky University and the James Cave Project contributed to mapping expeditions, establishing new connections within the network.
The cave system contains multiple entrances including Whigpistle, Martin Ridge, and Jackpot caves, requiring technical climbing skills and specialized equipment for exploration.
The Big Womb chamber within the system measures 240 meters long and 40 meters wide, marking it as the largest underground room in Kentucky.
Location: Kentucky
GPS coordinates: 37.11960,-86.12790
Latest update: June 8, 2025 22:49
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