Wilson Butte Cave, Archaeological site in Snake River Plain, Idaho.
The cave emerges as a round bubble formation from a flat basalt lava bed, containing a natural underground chamber within its structure.
Archaeological excavations in 1959 and 1988 uncovered tools and artifacts indicating continuous human habitation dating back more than 10,000 years.
The cave served as a dwelling for multiple indigenous groups, including the Fremont and Shoshone peoples, who used it as a base for bison hunting.
Located northeast of Twin Falls, the cave remains accessible year-round through Hunt Road, though winter conditions may limit vehicle access.
The discovery of a marked camel bone within the cave demonstrates the presence of extinct megafauna alongside early human inhabitants.
Location: Idaho
GPS coordinates: 42.78500,-114.21400
Latest update: March 5, 2025 14:19
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