Kartchner Caverns (email this page)
The once secret caverns in Southern Arizona went public in 1999 and have grown in popularity ever sense. Come view some of the most beautiful underground formations in the Southwest. Click here to see comments that may have been written about this activity.
General Facts: (contact this provider for their latest info)
| Dates: | 7 days a week (except Christmas Day) |
| Times: | 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (MST) |
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| Location: | 2980 S State Highway 90, Benson, AZ 85602 |
| Phone: | (520) 586-2283 |
| Directions: | Located nine miles south of I-10, off State Hwy 90, exit 302. |
| Map: | Map |
| Website: | Kartchner Caverns |
Description:
First discovered in 1974 by Gary Tenen and Randy Tufts, it was kept secret for years until the state decided to purchase the land for a park to allow for the preservation of this treasure.
Notes:
Reservations may be made online at the AZ State Parks website.
Restrictions: Please note that this is a living cave and is fragile and protected by law. Parts of the cave are off limits to children under 7 years of age. No food, drink, gum, photography is allowed inside the cave. Refer to the AZ State Parks website for additional restrictions and information about the caverns.
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