Onesquethaw Cave is the second largest cave in Albany County, NY with just over one mile of mapped passage. The entrance to the cave is owned by Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy and access is managed by the NCC.

• Minimum group size is 3. In special circumstances, permission will be granted to 2 individuals.
• In the request for permission, the group's leader should briefly summarize his experience as well as that of the group.
• All cavers are expected to abide by the normally accepted rules of safe and conservation minded caving as outlined by the National Speleological Society, 2813 Cave Avenue, Huntsville, Alabama 35810-4431.
• All persons entering the cave must have at least the following minimum equipment: helmet with a chin strap; three (3) sources of light, one of which must be helmet mounted; and knee pads.
• Onesquethaw Cave must be treated as a unique natural resource, and nothing should be taken out of the cave except trash.
• All work projects must be clearly defined and authorized beforehand.
• Each group is expected to clean up any trash in the cave or on the property

• Access for minors: A special parental permission form must be signed for each and every minor on the release form.
• Private groups: At the discretion of the Access Manager, insurance or certificate thereof may be required for private groups such as schools, camps, and scouts. Groups such as the Boy Scouts will be required to show proof that they are complying with their own rules regarding caving.

If you have questions about this preserve, please contact the preserve manager at onesquethaw@necaveconservancy.org