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2020 Map of Carlsbad Caverns

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Carlsbad Caverns
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Carlsbad Caverns National Park defines this corner of the Guadalupe Mountains, showing the complex network of canyons and ridges that hide one of the world's most famous cave systems. The terrain is marked by deep drainage patterns such as Walnut Canyon and Bat Cave Draw, where the desert surface reveals its subterranean connections through vital water sources like Stetson Seep and Cottonwood Spring.

Toward the southeast, the topography transitions toward the lowlands near Whites City Rd, the primary gateway for travelers entering the park. Historical land divisions and natural landmarks like Guadalupe Ridge and Lechuguilla Canyon provide essential context for understanding the rugged geography of Eddy County. Small water features, including North Mosley Spring and Grapevine Spring, illustrate the sparse but critical hydrology that has supported exploration and ranching in this arid environment for generations.