Located adjacent to the New Mexico town of Carlsbad, this series of caves was first brought to the attention of the public in the early 1900’s. Today, the cave system is classified as a national park and hosts more than 350,000 visitors annually. Each room boasts unique geological features, all carved from the limestone walls over countless millennia. Many of the more popular caverns and rooms are named for their individual formations and dimensions. For example, “The Kings Palace” is named for the castle like formation in the middle of the room, and “The Bat Cave” is known as the main home of the cavern’s bat population.There are plenty of different ways to explore this underground wonder. You can either follow park rangers on informative tours or grab a map and strike out on your own down one of the many passageways.
The park also offers special programming and events, like “Bat Flight Program” where visitors can observe these nocturnal creatures exit the caves en masse for their nightly hunts.If you are an avid amateur spelunker or just someone looking to explore a unique national park, there is much to enjoy about Carlsbad Caverns. Hotel locations in the area make it easy to take in everything these awe inspiring caves have to offer, and staying with Choice Hotels is an excellent option. When you stay with us at a hotel near Carlsbad Caverns, you can enjoy all of the amenities you need to relax and recharge after a day exploring this massive system of caves. Book online now.