Greetings from Carlsbad Caverns National Park

In the photo, there is a clear, teal blue pond. this pond is located under the mountains which the Carlsbad caverns are located.

Sincerely,
Riley

Carlsbad Caverns National Park

Deep beneath the Chihuahuan Desert in southern New Mexico is a labyrinth of more than 300 limestone caves, carved over 250 million years ago.

State(s): New Mexico

Established: 1923

“It is very pretty and the large fox squirrels are located there also.”

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