The cool caverns freeze in the winter, hence the name "ice caves." They are still a really cool rock feature to check out in the dry months, and there are usually pools of water inside the caverns.

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Explore the Grottos Trail in White River National Forest, a moderate 0.6-mile hike featuring ice caves and cascading waterfalls.

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