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Rattlesnake Canyon Trailhead
Hiking
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This Highlight is in a protected area
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Carlsbad Caverns Wilderness
Tips
Wilko Koning
February 15, 2023
Hiking
Just off the 'Desert Loop Road' you'll find a small parking area at the Rattlesnake Canyon Trailhead.
From here you have two options. You can take the Upper Rattlesnake Canyon Trail to make a loop hike or take the Lower Rattlesnake Canyon Trail and go in-and-out.
From here you have two options. You can take the Upper Rattlesnake Canyon Trail to make a loop hike or take the Lower Rattlesnake Canyon Trail and go in-and-out.
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