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Green Lake, Carlsbad Caverns National Park

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#9 of 11 in Parks in Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Water Body · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
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  • By Grover R
    Unfortunately, the Green lake itself is seen on the King's Palace tour that is currently closed for Covid. However, you will get to experience the Green Lake chamber as a part of the natural...  more »
  • By MikeB1952
    We saw the "Lake" on the King's Palace Tour. Really neat. But now for a science lesson - why doesn't the lake either overflow or dry up. Amazing how there's just enough moisture dripping into the...  more »
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