Carlsbad Caverns Natural Entrance – Bat Flight Cam

Perched above the natural entrance this camera shows the mouth of the cave and the winding trail that descends into the cavern. It's also where the bats emerge from each night. https://www.nps.gov/cave/index.htm

Best Viewing Hours
Bat Exit: 30 minutes before and after Sunset
Bat Return: 30 minutes before sunrise.

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Watch this camera at Carlsbad Caverns National Park to witness the spectacular emergence of Brazilian free-tailed bats from the natural entrance. Each evening at dusk, hundreds of thousands of bats swirl out from the cave in a dramatic flight—a natural phenomenon that has captivated visitors for generations. The camera captures the limestone-carved entrance, the surrounding Chihuahuan Desert landscape, and the iconic trail where visitors gather to witness this unforgettable wildlife display. Best viewing is 30 minutes before and after sunset for bat exits, and before sunrise for their return.