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Wind Cave National Park
Wind Cave Room - Phantom Lake
 
Rene Ohms chimneys above Phantom Lake
NPS Photo by Mark Ohms
Rene Ohms chimneys above Phantom Lake
 

A 250-foot long, 10-foot wide lake rediscovered by Rene Rogers on January 23, 1999.  After finding this lake the exploration team consisting of Rene Rogers, Marc Ohms, and Paul Burger discovered a single set of foot prints on the far side of the lake. It has been speculated that these foot prints were from Alvin McDonald. Alvin reported discovering a river in the cave, which many people had discounted until Phantom Lake was found.

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Sign used at Wind Cave in 1903 when the cave became a national park.  

Did You Know?
Wind Cave is the first cave in the world to be designated as a national park. That occurred on January 9, 1903.

Last Updated: September 20, 2006 at 15:45 EST