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Lechuguilla CaveLechuguilla Cave was discovered in 1986 and is one of the largest cave systems in the world.
Point of Interest, Carlsbad Caverns National Park
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Point of Interest Stops and Trip Ideas
Use this Point of Interest guide to compare the stops that belong together in Carlsbad Caverns National Park, then decide which ones deserve map time or a saved trip stop.
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Natural EntranceThe natural entrance to Carlsbad Cavern is located behind the visitor center, just a short walk along a paved path.
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Bat Flight AmphitheaterThe amphitheater features rings of stone benches looking down on the cavern's natural entrance, where thousands of bats emerge nightly.
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Underground Lunchroom/Rest AreaThis is the only area in the cave where you can buy food, and the only place where you are allowed to eat.
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Big Room/Hall of the GiantsWith a floor area of 357,470 square feet, this was once considered the largest single cave room in the world.
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Bell CordThe Bell Cord is a large stalactite that descends from a hole in the cave ceiling.
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Green Lake RoomThe Green Lake Room gets its name from a malachite-green pool located in the far corner of the room.
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Guadalupe RoomThis is the second-largest room in the Carlsbad Cavern, exceeded in size only by the Big Room.
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King's PalaceThe King's Palace is one of a series of four rooms dubbed the "scenic rooms."
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Mystery RoomMany people claim to have heard a strange noise emanating from this room.
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Slaughter Canyon CaveSlaughter Canyon Cave is one of the park's many undeveloped caves.
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The Bottomless PitThe Bottomless Pit is a giant rift in the floor of the cavern's Big Room.
