How to Contact Us

Craters of the Moon National Monument

Mailing Addresses:

Bureau of Land Management
Shoshone Field Office
P.O. Box 2-B
Shoshone, ID 83352

Shipping Addresses:

Bureau of Land Management
Shoshone Field Office
400 W. F Street
Shoshone, ID 83352

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Entrance Fees and Passports

The entrance fee is $8 per vehicle. Those entering by bicycle, motorcycle, or on foot pay $4 per person. Individuals age 16 and under enter free. Fees are also charged for commercial tour vehicles. Credit cards are accepted.

Three types of passports are distributed at the entrance station. Golden Eagle Passports, good for entrance fees at all federal fee areas and valid for one year from the date of purchase, are available for $65. National Park Passes, good for entrance into all NPS areas, are available for $50. Golden Access Passports are free to U.S. citizens with a permanent disability and cover all entrance fees. U.S. citizens 62 years of age or older may purchase Golden Age Passports for $10. The Golden Age Passport is good for life and entitles the older to half price on camping fees and free entrance to all federal fee areas.

Camping

There is a 52-site campground among the lava formations beyond the visitor center. The camping fee is $10 per night per campsite. Campsites are equipped with a picnic table and grill, with running water and restrooms nearby. There are no hookups, showers, or dump station. Because wood is scarce in this volcanic desert, wood fires are prohibited in the campground. Charcoal for cooking is on sale at the visitor center. Camping is on a first come, first served basis.

Visitor Center

Hours of operation:

Summer: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Remainder of year: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Closed on winter holidays.

Pets

Pets are allowed at Craters of the Moon, but must be kept on a leash at all times. Dogs (with the exception of seeing-eye dogs) and other pets are not allowed in the visitor center or on hiking trails. Pets may not be left unattended.