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Slaughter Canyon Cave, Carlsbad Caverns National Park

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#6 of 11 in Parks in Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Cave · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
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  • By stephanielk12
    My husband booked the Slaughter Canyon cave tour for the two of us on our recent visit to Carlsbad. Having never been in a cave before, I read lots of reviews of this ranger-guided tour to... 
    My husband booked the Slaughter Canyon cave tour for the two of us on our recent visit to Carlsbad. Having never been in a cave before, I read lots of reviews of this ranger-guided tour to...  more »
  • By 1949cc
    Impressive formation in the Caverns. You just follow the trail to see it. I can't belive how the first exploreser felt when they found it. 
    Impressive formation in the Caverns. You just follow the trail to see it. I can't belive how the first exploreser felt when they found it.  more »
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  • By Jonathan Werner
    We hiked most of the way up to the cave and turned around because some of the trail was washed out and the drop off was steep and scaring me with my 4 year old. However the hike up was well worth the stunning views of the canyon. Pretty steep and steady incline.
  • By Leslie Bin
    Incredible experience. Would definitely do it again!!
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