What's It Like?	This is your opportunity to climb a cinder cone. (Sunset Crater Volcano is closed to hiking due to erosional damage.) From the top, you can see the San Francisco Peaks, Sunset Crater and its lava flow
Distance	1 mile round-trip
Time	45 minutes round-trip
Difficulty	Strenuous
Accessibility	Steep slopes covered with loose cinders
Pets	Pets are not allowed on trails, in the backcountry, in buildings, or tied to objects. They are welcome in parking areas on a leash. Summer temperatures may be fatal to pets left in vehicles.
Weather	Be prepared for abrupt weather changes; weather extremes are not uncommon. Although spring is usually mild, heavy snowfall can occur. Summer days are warm with temperatures in the 80s. Expect short afternoon thunderstorms July through September.

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