About the Park
High ancient sea ledges, deep rocky canyons, flowering cactus, and desert wildlife—treasures above the ground in the Chihuahuan Desert. Hidden beneath the surface are more than 119 caves—formed when sulfuric acid dissolved limestone leaving behind caverns of all sizes.
Park Information
Established
1930
Size
47K acres
Annual Visitors
349K
Best Time to Visit
Year-round (cave maintains 56°F)
Region
Southwest
New Mexico • 32.1409°N, -104.5530°W
Key Attractions
- Astronomy
- Stargazing
- Camping
- Caving
- Food
- Dining
- Picnicking
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Walking
- Hiking