Alerts & Conditions

Alerts

Park Closure

• Important Shutdown Notice

  Alert 1 , Severity ,closure ,, Important Shutdown Notice During the federal government shutdown, Carlsbad Caverns National Park, including park roads and trails, is open. However, the visitor center and cavern are closed.
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• Important Shutdown Notice

  Alert 2 , Severity ,closure ,, Important Shutdown Notice During the federal government shutdown, this website will not be updated. There will be no visitor services, such as restrooms, trash collection, facilities, or road maintenance. For more information, see www.doi.gov/shutdown and the park website.

Information

• Footwear in the Cavern

  Alert 1 , Severity ,information ,, Footwear in the Cavern For safety, closed-toe shoes with good traction are recommended. Flip flops, sandals, and some walking shoes have little or no traction and increase the possibility of slips, trips, and falls. Watch your step and use the handrails when necessary.

• Items Worn or Used in Other Caves Not Allowed

  Alert 2 , Severity ,information ,, Items Worn or Used in Other Caves Not Allowed A disease know as White-nose Syndrome is killing bats in North America. To prevent it from spreading to our bats, do not wear shoes, clothing, or bring any gear into any cave at Carlsbad Caverns National Park that were in another cave.
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• Unmanned Aircraft (Drones) Are Prohibited

  Alert 3 , Severity ,information ,, Unmanned Aircraft (Drones) Are Prohibited The use of unmanned aircraft, also known as drones, is prohibited within Carlsbad Caverns National Park.
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