Carlsbad Caverns National Park

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Valentyn
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Carlsbad Caverns Bat Flight

  • September 17, 2000
  • Rated 4 of 5 by Valentyn from Fort Worth, Texas
Carlsbad Caverns Bat Flight

Simply astounding. Hundreds of thousands of bats pour out of the caverns each night to feed, and they pass right over your head. The crowd sits in the ampitheater outside the Natural Entrance of the caverns. There's a short lecture by a park ranger and a question and answer period as you wait for the bats. Then they come out -- by the thousands. Check with the park office to find out the ETA for the bat exodus each night. Also, prepare your kids properly -- once the bats come out, the rangers insist that everyone remain quiet. No flash photography is allowed. You may want to bring a cushion or a blanket for the stone seats in the ampitheater.

From journal New Mexico Roadtrip - SE New Mexico

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Carlsbad Caverns

  • September 17, 2000
  • Rated 4 of 5 by Valentyn from Fort Worth, Texas
Carlsbad Caverns

Simply staggering. Besides the beauty of the caverns themselves, the idea that people with oil lanterns and rope ladders explored the area in 1905 is astounding. There are two ways in: The long hike of the Natural Entrance, and the elevator. If you aren't prepared for a strenuous hike, take the elevator. Either way, you'll need to wear rubber-soled shoes. Also, I recommend pulling on sweat pants; it's pretty cool down there. Plan on spending a few hours. Flash cameras are permitted, but strollers and wagons are NOT. Keep this in mind if you're bringing small children. Overall, you don't want to miss this natural wonder. It's one of the most amazing things I've ever seen.

From journal New Mexico Roadtrip - SE New Mexico

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