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Last updated: 2024 Jun 14

Morning

Begin your day at the visitor center to learn about the history and geology of the cave. Take the natural entrance trail down into the caverns, which descends 750 feet into the earth and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Afternoon

Explore the Big Room, which is the largest single cave chamber in North America and features unique formations such as the Rock of Ages and the Bottomless Pit. Take a ranger-guided tour of the King’s Palace or Queen’s Chamber, which includes a visit to the famous formation known as the Queen’s Draperies.

Evening

Watch the Bat Flight Program at sunset, where thousands of Brazilian free-tailed bats leave the cave for their nightly hunt.

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Morning

Take a guided tour of the Left Hand Tunnel, which is not accessible to the general public and features intricate formations such as popcorn, draperies, and cave pearls. Alternatively, take the elevator down to the Big Room and explore the area in more detail.

Afternoon

Visit the nearby Sitting Bull Falls, a stunning waterfall and swimming hole surrounded by lush vegetation. Take a refreshing dip in the pool or hike the nearby trails to get a closer look at the falls and surrounding landscape.

Evening

Enjoy a relaxing dinner at the Carlsbad Caverns Trading Company, which offers a variety of dining options including burgers, salads, and Mexican cuisine.

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Morning

Take a scenic drive through the Guadalupe Mountains National Park, which offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape and unique geological formations such as El Capitan and McKittrick Canyon.

Afternoon

Visit the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park, which features a variety of local flora and fauna including bison, black bears, and elk. Take a guided tour of the park or explore on your own to see the unique desert landscape and wildlife up close.

Evening

Enjoy a sunset hike along the Rattlesnake Springs Trail, which offers stunning views of the surrounding desert landscape and unique geological formations.

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Morning

Take a guided tour of the Lower Cave, which is not accessible to the general public and features unique formations such as cave bacon and cave popcorn. Alternatively, take the natural entrance trail down into the caverns and explore the Big Room in more detail.

Afternoon

Visit the nearby Living Desert State Park and take a guided hike through the park’s unique landscape, which features a variety of local flora and fauna including cactus, mesquite trees, and desert animals such as roadrunners and lizards.

Evening

Enjoy a relaxing dinner at the Blue House Bakery and Café, which offers a variety of baked goods, sandwiches, and salads made with local ingredients.

Bedtime

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Morning

Take a scenic drive through the nearby Lincoln National Forest, which offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape and unique geological formations such as the White Sands National Monument and the Sacramento Mountains.

Afternoon

Visit the nearby Sitting Bull Falls and take a guided hike through the surrounding landscape, which features unique rock formations and lush vegetation. Alternatively, take a dip in the refreshing swimming hole or relax in the shade and enjoy a picnic lunch.

Evening

Enjoy a sunset tour of the nearby Carlsbad Caverns Bat Flight Program, which offers stunning views of the Brazilian free-tailed bats as they leave the cave for their nightly hunt.

Bedtime

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