1952: Strange Desert Ice Cave

FATE magazine, in its June, 1952 issue, carried the following story by Lester F. Nieman on pages 84-85 titled “Strange Desert Ice Cave”:    “The state of Oregon is noted for its scenic beauty. The well-stocked lakes and beautiful parks make it a vacationers’ paradise. One of the strangest spots in the state is the Arnold Ice Cave.    “This natural oddity, only 27 miles southeast of the thriving city of Bend, receives little publicity and many long-time residents […] Read More

Oregon’s Underground

Oregon’s Underground [google_map_easy id=”86″] Location: Bend Oregon Functions: Unknown Levels: Unknown Tunnels to: Unknown Notes:  With the help of a flashlight you can make out a veritable river of solid ice. And with care, you can proceed 30 feet or so into the cave proper. But extreme caution must be taken, for the slick ice underfoot makes treacherous going and there are only a few upthrust rocks to cling to. Before entering the cave it is advisable to secure a rope […] Read More