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. Kartchner Caverns State Park, about 2.5 hours from Phoenix, is a great place to spend a few days exploring with friends and family.
The massive network of caves was discovered in 1974 by 2 young cavers who quickly realized that they had stumbled onto something very special. The caverns are made up of upper and lower segments and some of the remarkable and fragile stone formations have been growing for more than 10 thousand years.
To see the incredible formations you will need to join a guided cave tour – there are 3 different tours available, one of which gives you the option to explore the caves with a helmet and torch. There is an on-site campground and cabins and there are several local area attractions.
2980 S. Highway 90, Benson, AZ 85602, 877 697 2757
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