The Grotto
A small cave-like structure in the side of the limestone cliff of the canyon
Plan Around The Grotto
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The Grotto Details
Around a mile and a half past the Pratt Cabin you'll find the grotto, a small cave-like structure in the side of the limestone cliff of the canyon. The cave has stalagmite-type formations decorating the ceiling.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around The Grotto
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1.0 mi away
Pratt Cabin
The Pratt Cabin gets its name from William Pratt, the geologist and founding conservationist who had it built in the early 1900s.
2.0 mi away
McKittrick Canyon
This steep canyon is located within the Guadalupe Mountain Range and the Chihuahuan Desert, although parts of it also extend into the Lincoln Forest National Park.
2.0 mi away
McKittrick Canyon
McKittrick Canyon is one of the only year-round water sources in the park.
2.1 mi away
McKittrick Canyon Nature Trail
This trail travels through the desert and riparian ecosystems, with several interpretive stops
2.1 mi away
McKittrick Canyon Trail
The canyon is one of the only year-round water sources in the area.
