United States New Mexico Trail
Old Guano Road Trail
- Old Guano Road Trail
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Over a hundred years ago, the Carlsbad Caverns supported a thriving guano mining industry, with the guano hauled over the Old Guano Road. The road is now a hiking trail, but there are still some ruins alongside it, which provide a great opportunity to uncover the early history of the park.
michaelwarford 3 years ago
Old Guano Road Trail Articles
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Carlsbad Caverns National Park: the Complete Guide for 2023
Read more...It’s hard to prepare yourself for just how massive the Carlsbad Caverns actually are. The drive to the cave entrance itself, while scenic, can feel a bit underwhelming. It’s not until you actually step off the elevator that takes you into the caves (or, for the most adventurous, hike down into the Natural Entrance), that […]