What place is known as Devils Den?
What place is known as Devils Den? Devil's Den, a boulder-strewn hill on the south end of Houck's Ridge, was once the backdrop for intense carnage brought about by artillery and infantry fighting on the second day of the battle. On July 2, 1863, more than 5,000 soldiers from nine states fought a bloody battle at, arguably, Gettysburg's strangest place.
Why are Devils Den caves closed?
All caves on public lands in Arkansas are closed to the public. This is in response to the threat of White Nose Syndrome, a disease that affects bats. We are home to different species of endangered bats and as stewards of the public lands, it is our responsibility to protect those species.