Under Grotto Mountain: Rat's Nest Cave

by Charles J. Yonge

Named a Provincial Historic Site in 1986, Rat's Nest Cave near Canmore, Alberta, extends for approximately 4 km beneath Grotto Mountain. This new cave guide not only examines the natural history of this fascinating system of subterranean passageways, but also explores 2000-3000 years of human occupation.

144 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2001

Reviews

[Laura]

A great read! I wish I read it BEFORE going caving at Rats Nest, but now I so badly want to back and see more. I had no idea about so many of the terms or details or science behind everything. Now I want to learn more. Would have loved more pictures and more stories of discovering / expansing areas of the cave system.

[Christopher]

Interesting and informative book that isn't too wordy or long. Perfect complement to exploring the cave (highly recommended for anyone who has the opportunity) and a great introduction to many aspects of caves with a focus on Rat's Nest Cave and surrounding caves.

[Clinton]

Interesting back story about the Canmore cave.