About The Book
Lechuguilla Cave is over 114 miles long and is the 6th longest cave in the world. DEEP SECRETS is the incredible story of adventure and discovery of this fantastic cave.

What's New at
Lechuguilla?
Updated: 15-Jan-01
Pate announces Lechuguilla Cave to re-open this year.

Caver's Corner
Interested in more caving stuff? Look here for links to other caving sites, for other books about caving, and where to go to get involved in caving.

Read Reviews
Deep Secrets has been critically acclaimed by the media. One famous author has said 'Lechuguilla Cave makes for an adventure that covers the full range of human ingenuity, perseverance, physical stamina, competition, and cooperation.' Read what others have had to say.

Where Did Those Names Come From?
Cavers have come up with a wide variety of interesting and bizzare names for newly discovered rooms and passages. Discover the origins of many of these names.

Postcards from Underground
Cavers from around the globe have called Lechuguilla 'the world's most beautiful cave.' Take a look at these free download images and see if you don't agree.

Say that Again?
The word Lechuguilla is pronounced 'lay-choo-GEE-ah.' It comes from Spanish meaning 'little lettuce.'

Curious about Caving?
Whether you're interested in taking a short tour through a commercial cave, or you're ready to join organized caving, you can look here to find out more.