• View of the Great Rift

    Craters Of The Moon

    National Monument & Preserve Idaho

  • Wildflower peak expected later this month

    Peak bloom is expected around the end of May through mid-June this year. Obtain cave permit at Visitor Center (8 am to 4:30 pm daily) before entering any authorized cave. More »

A Violent Past, Calm Present, and Uncertain Future...

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...

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Features

  • satellite view of Craters of the Moon

    Where in the World?

    Find out where we are and plan your visit with maps of the park and the region.

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  • Hikers ascending a Spatter Cone

    Explore a Volcanic Wonderland

    Drive the loop, climb a volcano, or check out the dark passages of a lava tube cave.

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  • Ranger walk

    Events

    Check the on-line events calendar for special walks, talks, and activities offered throughout the year.

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  • school bus on Loop Road

    Outdoor Classroom

    Craters of the Moon is an out of this world outdoor classroom! Plan a field trip or link to curriculum materials that can be used at school.

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    Multimedia

    "Like Us" on Facebook or view videos about park resources.

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Did You Know?

willife and plants at Craters of the Moon

Moonscape?...At first glance the landscape of Craters of the Moon appears to be devoid of life. Look deeper and you will observe a rich diversity of life including more than 660 types of plants and over 280 animal species.