A Trip Inside Vermont’s Frozen Cave Is Positively Surreal

Editor's Note: Aeolus Cave is not open for public visitation.

You may not know it, but there are many caves in Vermont, and most of them aren't easy to find. We've found a few great videos of cave exploration in none other than Dorset, Vermont. Since it's winter, we thought we'd show you the inside of this frozen cave in Vermont from a YouTube video by barese420. If you're claustrophobic, you may want to stick to the video for this one! But if you are a major explorer, you just might be tempted to see it for yourself! As you will see, Aeolus Cave is a true adventure.

You'll need the right vehicle to get to this cave! Snow wheeling is serious business!

Pulling up to the entrance to the cave is surreal.

It's deceptively large!

This place is one of the best ice caves in Vermont. Once inside, you'll see icicles hanging from all over the ceilings.

And sometimes even growing up!

While the cave is stunning in its natural glory, we could certainly do without the graffiti.

We urge you to respect these spots throughout Vermont and keep them litter-free.

Cave exploring in Vermont is actually a pretty big thing... If you can handle it!

Check out the Vermont Cavers Association.

Have you heard of the Aeolus Cave (or Dorset Bat Cave) located in the Taconic Mountains in East Dorset?

Before White Nose Syndrome reduced its bat population, the Aeolus Bat Cave was noted for being the largest bat hibernaculum in the northeastern United States.

Use caution when inside a Vermont ice cave like this one. These icicles are huge!

Is cave exploration for you? Let us know!

Check out this video featuring the ride to the cave as well as footage from inside by barese420.

If you've enjoyed this footage from one of the most interesting caves in Vermont, you'll definitely want to check out this underground quarry in Vermont! You'll have to watch the video of this one folks - it's not open to the public.

Have you ever had the chance to see Aeolus Cave in person? We would love to hear about your experiences in the comments section. If you haven't been yet, don't forget to pack all the winter essentials when you go! Gear from LL Bean will keep you nice and toasty while you explore.