History and Culture
History and CultureFor thousands of years, Lava Beds has belonged to the homeland of the Modoc people; rock art left behind tells part of their story. In modern times, the Modoc War, CCC era, homesteading, and early cave exploration have been chronicled in photographs.
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Did You Know?
Narrowleaf milkweed (Asclepias fascicularis), common along roadsides in the monument, is an essential plant for monarch butterflies. These incredible migratory insects lay their eggs on milkweed along their journey from Canada to Mexico.