Kartchner Caverns State Park
Type: Parks
Last updated on April 6, 2022
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Although discovered by two amateur cavers in 1974, the existence of Kartchner Caverns was not commonly known until 1988 when the state purchased the caves and surrounding land for use as a public... Read More
Although discovered by two amateur cavers in 1974, the existence of Kartchner Caverns was not commonly known until 1988 when the state purchased the caves and surrounding land for use as a public park. Guided tours last about 1 and a half hours, and lead guests past some of the most amazing and colorful cave formations in the world. The Rotunda/Throne Room tour is offered daily, year round; Big Room tours are offered daily, October 15 to mid-April, but due to the difficult terrain of this tour, children under 7 are not permitted. The park also features hiking trails, a Discovery Center and 62 campsites.
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Patricia Escarcega
Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tucson Local Expert
- Outdoor Activities, Sightseeing: "Kartchner Caverns State Park is located approximately 50 miles from Tucson, but it's well worth the drive."
- Best for Outdoor Activities Because: Kartchner Caverns State Park offers a rare look into the strangely beautiful world of rare underground cave formations.
- Best for Sightseeing Because: Kartchner Caverns is an underground cave formation full of out-of-this-world stalactites.
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