How to See Five Cool Things at Carlsbad Caverns National Park

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Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico passes through the Guadalupe Mountains in the Chihuahuan dessert and is filled not only with a variety of cacti, but of course 113 limestone caves. Some of the largest of all cave formations in North America, you are bound to see far more than five cool things during your trip to the park.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate
Step1
Begin your trip to Carlsbad Caverns in the main section, a self-guided tour which begins at the Big Room. The Big Room is just one of many cool things to see and is a great way to begin your tour. It is the largest cavern in the entire park and is wheelchair accessible.
Step2
Book a tour with a guide to see King's Palace, a sight you certainly do not want to miss. King's palace contains more stalagmites and stalactites than any other part of the caverns, and is most definitely high up on the list of cool things to see at Carlsbad Caverns.
Step3
Get a glimpse at the Giant Dome, an impressive limestone formation which is 62 feet high and 16 feet wide. Often said to resemble the Leaning Tower of Pisa, this is one of many cool things you'll have to see to believe.
Step4
Put the pit on your list of cool things to see at Carlsbad Caverns National Park. While called the Bottomless Pit, this somewhat frightening must-see is actually 140 astonishing feet deep.
Step5
Be adventurous and see the White Giant, one of the most spectacular yet difficult to see sites in the park. This four-hour guided hike includes small spaces, slippery surfaces and guarantees you'll be getting dirty; however, for the adventurous and fit, it's well worth it.

Tips & Warnings

  • Arrive early, as no one is allowed to enter the caves after 3:30 MST.
  • Before you begin, speak to park officials at the entrance about possible guided and self-guided tours as well as maps so that you can make the most of your visit to the park.

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