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Kokopelli's Cave

Farmington, New Mexico

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Kokopelli's Cave is a man-made structure carved into a sandstone cliff, originally intended as a unique office space for a geologist.

Guests enter the cave through a steep path and a series of stone steps, offering a sense of adventure right from the start.

From the cave, you can see New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, and Colorado, thanks to its location on the edge of a mesa.

The cave maintains a consistent temperature naturally, reducing the need for artificial heating or cooling.

The name 'Kokopelli' refers to a fertility deity often depicted as a humpbacked flute player in Native American cultures.

Despite its rustic exterior, the cave is equipped with modern amenities, including a full kitchen and a bathroom with a waterfall shower.

The remote location and lack of light pollution make it an ideal place to observe the night sky.

The cave is nestled within the Ojo Alamo sandstone formation, which dates back to the late Cretaceous period.

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