Carlsbad Caverns National Park is best known for the extensive system of underground caves for which, it has even been declared as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The park could be reached via US highway 62 from a town called Carlsbad that is located just 25 miles away. Photo By: k♥money
The Big cave, within the park, has the distinction of being one of the largest networks of underground caves in the world. It could either be reached via a small path that leads to the cave or an elevator could be used. The cave has numerous numbers of chambers underground that a number of beautiful stalactites formations. Big room is a huge 14 acre cave chamber that is without doubt the best and most visited place within the cave. Several paid tours are available that helps the tourists to explore the caves better. Photo By: k♥money
Evening Bat flights are again one of the most spectacular sights that one could get in the national park. Thousands of bats could be seen, after the sunset, coming out of the caves to feed on the insects. This has gained a huge popularity recently and people throng to the amphitheater located outside the caves just to catch the glimpse of the bats flying out together. Photo By: k♥money
Spider caves, Kings Palace and the hall of white giant are other cave chambers are available along with the guided tours. Most adventure lovers resort to hiking within the park. Some hiking trails even lead to underground caves. Backpacking trips into the harsh desert landscape is also being preferred by many seeking adventure. The park is open and accessible through out the year that makes it a good choice for a short and memorable trip. Photo By: k♥money
