Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area
Named for a geologic sinkhole created by a collapsed cavern.
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Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area Details
Named for a geologic sinkhole created by a collapsed cavern, over 3 million bats emerge from it on warm nights in search of food. The cavern is home to one of Texas’ largest colonies of Mexican free-tailed bats and has been designated a National Natural Landmark. The 1,860-acre natural area can only be accessed by guided tours, which are available Wednesday through Sunday in the evening. Tours bring you to a viewing platform to see the bats appear, however no access into the cavern is allowed. All tours leave from Devil's Sinkhole Visitor Center.
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