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Carlsbad Caverns National Park Points of Interest & Stops
Browse points of interest in Carlsbad Caverns National Park, including overlooks, trailheads, waterfalls, visitor centers, and other stops that help shape a stronger park itinerary.
Best Stops and Park POIs in Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Use this Carlsbad Caverns National Park POI collection to compare stops, prioritize landmarks, and decide which places belong on the route before you open the map or start a trip plan.
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Basic Information
Fees and ReservationsEntry to the park is free, but if you want to go inside the cavern you have to purchase a three-day entrance ticket.
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Traffic & Travel TipsWith an average of 278 sunny, cloudless days each year, there really isn't a bad time to visit Carlsbad Caverns National Park.
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Food and ShoppingThe visitor center complex has a gift shop as well as a restaurant.
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AccessibilityParts of the cave is handicapped-accessible, as are some of the park's hiking trails.
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Activities
StargazingFar from any city lights, under the crisp, clear desert air, stars are brilliant and bright here.
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ToursThere are many different options for tours, each of which takes you to a different area of the cave.
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Backcountry InformationPick up a free backcountry permit from the visitor center if you want to camp in the park's wilder sections.
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Learn About the Park
OverviewCarlsbad Cavern is one of the world's most famous show caves, and forms the heart of Carlsbad Caverns National Park.
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Learn About the Park
Top EventsEvery night during the summer season, park rangers facilitate viewing parties where you can watch thousands of bats exit the cave mouth in search of food.
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