Mar 4, 2025 · Craters of the Moon is a vast ocean of lava flows with scattered islands of cinder cones and sagebrush. We invite you to explore this "weird and scenic landscape" where yesterday's volcanic events are likely to continue tomorrow.

Nov 27, 2024 · Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve is a "weird and scenic" landscape of lava and sagebrush, located in southern Idaho. Most visitors explore the trails, caves, and scenic overlooks along the park's 7-mile Loop Road, but more opportunities abound in the park's vast wilderness.

Jun 16, 2022 · Use the guide to start planning your visit to Craters of the Moon, along with our neighboring parks: City of Rocks National Reserve, Minidoka National Historic Site, and Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument.

Sep 25, 2024 · Craters of the Moon Monument & Preserve encompasses a huge region of about 1,200 square miles and includes two separate geologically young lava fields: the main Craters of the Moon lava field in the north and the Wapi/Kings Bowl lava fields near the monument’s southern boundary.

Oct 31, 2024 · Craters of the Moon is part of one of the largest naturally dark areas in the continental US and has been certified as an International Dark Sky Park since 2017. The park is accessible 24 hours while the Loop Road is open, providing …

Nov 27, 2024 · Craters' caves and trails are all located along the 7-mile Loop Road, making it easy for visitors to see and do a lot in a short amount of time. Sit back and enjoy the scenic drive, or make stops along the way to stroll, hike, picnic, snap photos, or explore a cave.

También puede ver al espectacular Big Craters caminando una empinada porción de 0.5 millas (800 m) del sendero North Crater que se ramifica hacia el oeste. Senderos hacia Tree Molds, Broken Top y Wilderness – Un ramal que pasa por Inferno Cone …

Use the guide to start planning your visit to Craters of the Moon, along with our neighboring parks: City of Rocks National Reserve, Minidoka National Historic Site, and Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument.

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Jan 22, 2024 · First established as a national monument in 1924, Craters of the Moon has a rich history, both geologically and culturally, spanning much further beyond its time as federally managed and protected land.