Guadalupe Mountains and Carlsbad Caverns

Tonight we’re in the middle of nowhere Texas --- Balmorhea, to be exact. But a beautiful place to camp. There’s actually a swimming pool fed by a natural hot springs, the size of a small lake that the CCC built in the 30s that has sand, rocks, fish, and people swimming. Must be THE place to be in the summer here in West Texas.

Earlier today we toured Carlsbad Caverns. Walked down the “natural” entrance for 1.25 miles, took the Ranger led Kings Palace tour, then the self guided tour of the great room. Absolutely amazing !!

Day before, we camped at Guadalupe Mountains and took a 7 mile hike to the Pratt cabin ranch. A nice walk through the canyon, continually crossing the dry stream before getting to Pratt’s little piece of paradise.