La Ventana Natural Arch. The largest of New Mexico's accessible natural arches, this massive sandstone formation lies just off of highway 117 in the park's eastern section. A short trail leads to the base of the arch.
Bandera Crater Ice Caves, . A privately owned and operated cave within the park, this volanic area is perpetually below freezing, allowing the creation of greenish ice formations that average twenty feet in thickness. Admission is from $7 - $15 per person.
Sandstone Bluffs Overlook. Located on the west side of highway 117, this overlook offers a dramatic viewpoint of the park's lava flows and the impressive sandstone cliffs that border them.
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