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Craters Of The Moon National Monument & Preserve
Things To Do
 

Craters of the Moon is a volcanic wonderland that is fun to explore. Below are some suggested itineraries based on the amount of time that you may have for a visit:

Start at the Visitor Center for informative exhibits, films and advice from staff. (15 min.)

WINTER ACTIVITIES

SPRING/SUMMER & FALL ACTIVITES

Additional 30 minutes:

  • Take in the view along the scenic 7 mile loop drive.

Additional 1 hour:

  • Hike the North Crater Flow trail, Spatter Cones and Devil's Orchard Trails.

Additional 2 hours:

  • Hike to Big Craters from the Spatter Cones parking lot.
  • Explore Indian Tunnel.

1/2 day:

  • Hike the Broken Top Loop or Tree Molds Trails.

1 day (or longer):

  • Explore the Craters of the Moon Wilderness (Lava Trees and Echo Crater).

 

 

 

visitor center
Visitor Center
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loop road
7 mile loop road
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Hiking Trails
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Camping
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satellite view of the Craters of the Moon lava flow  

Did You Know?
Craters of the Moon is a HUGE national park! It is over 1,100 square miles (over 750,000 acres) which is roughly the size of Rhode Island. The young lava flows that make up the bulk of the Monument and Preserve can clearly be seen from space.

Last Updated: April 07, 2009 at 11:13 EST