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© UNESCO World Heritage Centre
UNESCO WHCNaturalInscribed 1995

Carlsbad Caverns National Park

Overview

This karst landscape in the state of New Mexico comprises over 80 recognized caves. They are outstanding not only for their size but also for the profusion, diversity and beauty of their mineral formations. Lechuguilla Cave stands out from the others, providing an underground laboratory where geological and biological processes can be studied in a pristine setting.

About Carlsbad Caverns National Park

Carlsbad Caverns National Park is a national park of the United States in the Guadalupe Mountains of southeastern New Mexico. The primary attraction of the park is the show cave Carlsbad Cavern. Visitors can hike in on their own via the natural entrance or take an elevator from the visitor center.

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Selection Criteria

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Components(1 location)

Details

Countries
United States of America
ISO Codes
US
Area
18,926 ha
Coordinates
32.1667, -104.3833
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