• View of the Great Rift

    Craters Of The Moon

    National Monument & Preserve Idaho

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September Events

Star Party
Viewing stars

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Date: August 29, 2011
Contact: Visitor Center staff, 208-527-1335

Ranger guided Activities:

Enjoy an evening presentation or explore a lava tube cave. Evening activities will be offered nightly at the campground through September 17. Ranger guided walks are being offered on a daily basis through October 22.

September 2-3 -Star Party: Begins at sunset

Experience the universe under the naturally dark skies of Craters of the Moon. Telescopes and expert viewing advice will be provided by members of the Idaho Falls Astronomical Society. Meet in the Caves Area parking lot and dress warmly.

September 2, 3, 10, and 17 -Astronomy Presentations and Viewing: 8:30 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.

Some of the last dark skies in the country can be found in national parks, like Craters of the Moon, and the National Park Service is proud to share the beauty and wonder of the night sky. Join us for special astronomy presentations offered in the campground amphitheater followed by star gazing opportunities.

September 17 - National Public Lands Day Volunteer Project
We couldn't wait for National Public Lands Day so we are offering our volunteer project a week early.Join us as we remove fencing along a major migration route for pronghorn antelope. Contact our park volunteer coordinator at 208-527-1332 or by email at crmo_information@nps.gov, if you have questions or would like to sign up for the project.

September 24 -National Public Lands Day: Fee Free admission to the park!

Celebrate National Public Lands Day by visiting Idaho`s first National Monument. All National Park Service entrance fees will be waived to encourage visitation.

Did You Know?

Did You Know?

Watch out for bombs! Before they cooled, volcanic bombs were hot globs of lava that were hurled from volcanoes along the Great Rift. They form a variety of interesting shapes described as "breadcrust", "spindle" and "ribbons" by geologists.