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Kartchner Caverns are the main attraction of Kartchner Caverns State Park, which is located near the town of Benson, Arizona along the San Pedro River. The limestone caverns were originally discovered in 1974 by Randy Tufts and Gary Tenen and feature more than 2.4 miles of passageways which were opened to the public for guided tours in 1988. Today, the caverns draw tourists from around the country to observe attractions such as the Throne Room, which contains one of the longest soda straw stalactite formations in the world, and the Kubla Khan column. Other major features include the caverns’ Rotunda and Strawberry Rooms, Cul-de-sac Passage, and Mud Flats. The cave is noted as a nesting site for Myotis velifer bats during the spring months, which causes seasonal cave room closures. Above ground, several hiking trails are offered, including the 4.2-mile Guindani Trail.

2980 Arizona 90, Benson, AZ 85602, Phone: 520-586-4100

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