Overview

Hype:

This is a great vertical cave for beginners. There's just one quick drop, then you can explore a bit once you're at the bottom. It's probably possible to get back out without ascenders, but you might as well use them.

Cave Type: Vertical

Time: 1 hour

Length: 80 ft

Depth: 40 ft

Gear: 60 ft of rope, webbing, harness, descender, ascenders, helmet, headlamp, backup flashlights, first aid kit, food, water

Fees: None

Recommended Ages:

	0-3
	4-11
	12-19
	20-49
	50-69
	70+

Recommended Months to Visit:

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Permits: Open

Links: CaveXploring.com

August 2, 2008 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Jeremy Dye, Jeff Baird, Debbie Spoons,

Story

Pine Pole Pit was one of the first vertical caves I did. Jeff Baird took me along on a trip and showed me the ropes.

Video of Trip

Pictures