Carlsbad — Slaughter Canyon Backcountry
The remote non-tour Chihuahuan desert half of Carlsbad Caverns NP — cave-mouth walks and canyon camps.
Where on earth
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- Region
- New Mexico, USA
- Country
- United States
- Biome
- Chihuahuan Desert canyon (1,200–1,700 m)
- Best season
- October – April
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Desert Hiking
- Canyoneering
- Caving
Key takeaways
- Biome: Chihuahuan Desert canyon (1,200–1,700 m)
- Best season: October – April
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
The remote non-tour Chihuahuan desert half of Carlsbad Caverns NP — cave-mouth walks and canyon camps.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: October – April
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Chihuahuan Desert canyon (1,200–1,700 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
United States
Biome
Chihuahuan Desert canyon (1,200–1,700 m)
Difficulty
moderate
