Volcanic Caves of Victoria (Natural Bridge)

Natural Bridge Cave (3H-10), Mt. Eccles.

See also Cave Report (PDF) with map and descriptions.

Selected photographs and diagrams

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Cross sections showing the "gothic" roof of the cave
This indicates its origin by the inward growth of overhanging levee banks to eventually bridge a lava channel.

Entrance to the cave - showing the characteristic roof shape. 5m staff.
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Inside the cave - showing the distinctive "Gothic" roof
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Detail of the roof slot where the two levees come together.
Note the contorted thin layers on the left.
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