The Atlas Obscura Guide To Carlsbad

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Carlsbad, New Mexico

Updated May 9, 2012

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Unusual Attractions in Carlsbad

Carlsbad, New Mexico

Carlsbad Caverns

The second-largest cave chamber in the world was discovered in 1898 by a 16-year-old and a friend known as "Pothead."

Carlsbad, New Mexico

Lechuguilla Cave

A cave's rare beauty held a cavernous secret hidden underground.

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