Old Guano Trail is an in-and-out trail from Carlsbad Caverns National Park Visitor Center to Whites City Campground. It takes you over a historic road used in the early 1900s to haul guano from the caves.

Apart from beautiful desert views you'll see ruins and debris from the mining operations that took place here.

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1. Old Guano Trail — Carlsbad Caverns National Park

12.7km

03:30

210m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Distance 4.89 km

Uphill 20 m

Downhill 160 m

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Location: Eddy County, New Mexico, United States

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1. Old Guano Trail — Carlsbad Caverns National Park

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