Stunning Destinations You Won't Believe Are In The USA

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Holly Toledo

4. Crazy Carlsbad Caverns National Park

A traveler walks along a lit pathway inside the vast, golden-hued chambers of Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico. Photo Credit: TheGreatestAmericanRoadTrip @TheGreatestAmericanRoadTrip

Carlsbad Caverns National Park is the next impeccable destination located in the United States. Located in the Chihuahuan Desert or southern New Mexico, this national park includes a series of over one hundred ancient limestone caves, fashioned as a result of sulfuric acid dissolving limestone slowly into strikingly beautiful mineral formations. Carlsbad Caverns National Park is quite the popular destination, giving eager globetrotters the journey of a lifetime in one of the oldest and most prevalent complexes for scientific study in the world. Travelers will be amazed by the speleothems (ornamental rock arrangements) protected as it is included on the National Register Of Historic Places and two-thirds of the area is a designated wilderness area, which ensures no further changes will be made to it. Some may find it hard to believe such a beautiful place is so close to home!

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Holly Toledo
Hey there! I'm Holly Toledo, a 20-something wanderluster originally from the sunny shores of Puerto Rico, now calling the beautiful Pacific Northwest my home. When I'm not diving into the latest fashion trends or catching up with friends, you can bet I'm planning my next big adventure. I've been lucky enough to explore most of Europe and South America, and every trip fuels my passion for discovering new places, cultures, and experiences. I'm beyond thrilled to be part of the HeyTourist.com team, where I get to share my travel tips and stories with fellow explorers like you! Let's make your next journey unforgettable!

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