Season 3 of UFO Hunters takes viewers deep into one of the most infamous and controversial sites in UFO lore: Dulce, New Mexico. Located approximately 200 miles from Albuquerque, Dulce has long been the subject of conspiracy theories claiming the existence of a secret underground base where extraterrestrials are supposedly housed and where bizarre biological experiments are conducted. This season seeks to sift fact from fiction by exploring both the physical reality of the site and the accounts of those who claim insider knowledge.

At the heart of the investigation is Archuleta Mesa, a geological formation alleged to conceal this vast underground complex. Ken Storch and Bob, veteran investigators with over a decade of research under their belts, guide the inquiry. Bob claims to be an undercover operative involved in covert operations linked to Dulce, while Ken brings his extensive experience as a field researcher. Together, they portray Dulce as "the ultimate undercover operation," hinting at layers of secrecy that extend far beyond mere rumors.

The foundation of much of the Dulce mystery rests on what are known as the Dulce Papers, documents that surfaced in the 1980s. These papers allegedly detail multiple subterranean levels of experimentation, involving both alien beings and human subjects, as well as reports of conflicts between humans and extraterrestrials within the base. This shadowy narrative, blending military secrecy with science fiction, has fascinated and unsettled UFO enthusiasts for decades.

To assess the plausibility of such a gigantic base existing under the mesa, the show enlists the expertise of archaeologist Garth Baldwin. Garth explains that the surface layer of Archuleta Mesa is composed mostly of columnar basalt rock, which is highly fragmented and unsuitable for large-scale tunneling or excavation. However, beneath this surface lies more stable strata of basalt and sandstone, potentially capable of supporting extensive underground construction.

The size of the proposed base is staggering—an estimated diameter of up to 4.8 miles, roughly matching the mesa’s footprint. Garth points out that the geological structure could, in theory, accommodate such a facility. Considering the mesa’s stratified rock layers, he suggests that construction might feasibly initiate near the bottom, where rock formations are more stable and easier to excavate.

Beyond natural geology, modern technology bolsters the possibility that extensive underground complex could be built at such a site. John Rhodes, another expert featured in the episode, demonstrates that current mining and drilling technologies are sufficiently advanced to carve out large subterranean spaces with relative efficiency. This convergence of geological suitability and technological capability makes the notion of the Dulce base less far-fetched.

Despite these findings, the episode maintains a balanced tone. While experts acknowledge the technical feasibility of constructing such a base, concrete evidence confirming its existence remains elusive. The show delicately navigates skepticism and possibility, leaving viewers to weigh the chances that beneath Archuleta Mesa lies a hidden world where government forces and alien life forms might intersect.

Season 3 of UFO Hunters thus combines investigative journalism, expert consultation, and explorative fieldwork to delve beneath the surface—both literally and figuratively—of Dulce’s eerie mysteries. Whether one views the Dulce base as an extraordinary secret or merely a persistent myth, the quest itself illuminates the enduring human fascination with the unknown and the lengths we might go to uncover what lies hidden in the dark recesses of the Earth.