We had a bit of a drive to get to the Caverns, but it was well worth the effort. Price in was a meager $6.00 each. The elevator took us down 750 feet, in 63seconds, then we had a slow walk, for the 1 and a 1/4 miles around the "Big Room". It took us a little over 1 and 1/2 hours to do the circular route round the cavern. The "Big Room", as its called, is a little over 8.2 acres in size, and is said to be the largest open cave in the western hemisphere.
The cavern is well lit, without the light being obtrusive, and the trails are smooth with guard rails on either side. The temperature is a continuous 56f, (13c) and whilst a light jacket is recommended, Jim went without one and did not feel the cold. I did take one, but think I could have gone without. Good walking shoes are a must.
This is the view as you leave the visitors centre, it is quite breathtaking.
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Carlsbad Caverns is one of our favorite places. Did you see the bats come out of the cave in the evening? Quite a show!
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