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Carlsbad Caverns National Park
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Designation Date: 05/14/1930
High ancient sea ledges, deep rocky canyons, flowering cactus, and desert wildlife—treasures above the ground in the Chihuahuan Desert. Hidden beneath the surface are more than 119 caves—formed when sulfuric acid dissolved limestone leaving behind caverns of all sizes.
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Junior Ranger Day
Junior Ranger Day Park Event · Carlsbad Caverns National Park · Aug 30, 2026 · 10:00 AM–2:00 PM NPS Graphic: M.Kinney National Park Week is coming to a close, b…
Night Hike
Night Hike Park Event · Carlsbad Caverns National Park · Aug 28, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 · 7:45 PM–9:15 PM This is a 1.5 mile (2.4 km) round trip hike along an unim…
Bat Flight Program
Bat Flight Program Park Event · Carlsbad Caverns National Park · May 30, 2026 – Sep 30, 2026 · 7:15 PM NPS Please join us for the free Bat Flight Program (April…