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Kartchner Caverns State Park
and Family Fun around Benson.
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More things to do
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Recommended by: Cpt Sherri Bernal (Jackson)
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Jacob's Review:
There is these big giant doors you go in - like Batman’s Cave! Then the cave trail is very clean but you can see down in the cave where it’s muddy - but you stay clean,
There is a lot of crystals and Stalagtites in this cave, more than in other caves! - Oh and it’s not cold in this cave like in the mine.
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Dad's Notes:
Rated as one of the top 10 caves in the world, partly because the cave is still 'living'. This means the formations continue to grow, and cave eco-system continues. Reservations an absolute must - at least 2 weeks in advance, more for busy times. Tour is aprox 75 min. 68’ F (100% humidity).
Recently discovered (1974, publicly announced 1988). The only ‘Living’ Cave in the US - the State has put a lot of effort in preserving the cave environment - You will apreciate the work that has gone into keeping the cave ‘alive’. However the work costs money - meaning - yep, this attraction is a bit pricey!
Discovery center, gift shop, picnic site, Also hiking trails and campground (62 sites) complete with showers and flush toilets.
Hike trails. Reservations are required for cave tours, To make Cave Tour Reservations and Book Tickets: Call (520) 586-2283. You can call 7 days a week, from 8 am to 5 pm (AZ Time).
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Car entrance fee $10 or Cave tour about $14, $6 kids
Camping $15
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Info - 520-586-4100
Res - 520-586-CAVE
800-285-3703
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7:30am - 6p
Reservations Required
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I-10 and Hiway 90 (exit #302)
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Year Round
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From Tucson: 45min
From Sierra Vista: 25 Min
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62 sites complete with showers and flush toilets.
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azstateparks.com/Parks/KACA
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View Sierra Vista Things to do by JacobGuide.com in a larger map
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Drive Directions:
From Tucson: I-10 East to 90 (exit #302). Right (south) seven miles to entrance on right.
From Sierra Vista - You have seen it - where I-10 hits 90.
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| Jacob Tip:
Stalactites are the ones on the ceiling - you can ‘member that because they hold on “Tight”!
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