https://www.nps.gov/crmo News releases from Craters Of The Moon National Monument & Preserve. en-us https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/a-landmark-investment-great-american-outdoors-act-funds-a-multi-park-restoration-effort-at-three-south-idaho-national-parks.htm Tue, 30 Sep 2025 06:31:00 EST The National Park Service, in collaboration with the National Park Foundation and Friends of Minidoka, held a special event on Sept. 26 to celebrate upcoming restoration and construction projects at three national parks in southern Idaho. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/a-landmark-investment-great-american-outdoors-act-funds-a-multi-park-restoration-effort-at-three-south-idaho-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/nps-invites-public-to-participate-in-special-walks-on-the-moon-in-may-and-june.htm Wed, 14 May 2025 09:53:00 EST Summer programs in May and June https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/nps-invites-public-to-participate-in-special-walks-on-the-moon-in-may-and-june.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/nps-highlights-craters-of-the-moon-centennial-accomplishments-as-100th-anniversary-year-ends.htm Wed, 07 May 2025 09:12:00 EST NPS highlights Craters of the Moon Centennial accomplishments as 100th anniversary year ends https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/nps-highlights-craters-of-the-moon-centennial-accomplishments-as-100th-anniversary-year-ends.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/nps-reopens-portion-of-craters-of-the-moon-loop-road-and-lava-flow-campground-to-motor-vehicles.htm Fri, 11 Apr 2025 07:24:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has reopened a portion of the Loop Road and the Lava Flow Campground at Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve in southern Idaho to motor vehicle travel after removing enough snow and ice from those areas to make it possible and safe. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/nps-reopens-portion-of-craters-of-the-moon-loop-road-and-lava-flow-campground-to-motor-vehicles.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/idaho-s-craters-of-moon-national-monument-artist-in-residence-photo-selected-for-u-s-department-of-the-interior-museum-collection.htm Thu, 19 Dec 2024 07:23:00 EST A photograph taken by a Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve Centennial Artist-in-Residence has been selected for inclusion in a special U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) Museum collection. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/idaho-s-craters-of-moon-national-monument-artist-in-residence-photo-selected-for-u-s-department-of-the-interior-museum-collection.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/new-interpretive-waysides-offer-visitors-opportunity-to-learn-about-shoshone-bannock-tribes-connections-to-craters-of-the-moon.htm Mon, 21 Oct 2024 05:38:00 EST New Interpretative waysides at the Devils Orchard Trail https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/new-interpretive-waysides-offer-visitors-opportunity-to-learn-about-shoshone-bannock-tribes-connections-to-craters-of-the-moon.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/southern-idaho-national-parks-economic-impacts.htm Tue, 10 Sep 2024 11:20:00 EST Tourism to southern Idaho national parks contributes $23 million to local economy https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/southern-idaho-national-parks-economic-impacts.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/centennial-artists-in-residence-offer-instruction-in-night-sky-photography-and-nature-journaling.htm Thu, 29 Aug 2024 10:30:00 EST Centennial Artists-in-Residence offer in-person and virtual craft demonstrations. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/centennial-artists-in-residence-offer-instruction-in-night-sky-photography-and-nature-journaling.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/centennial-air-news-release.htm Wed, 15 May 2024 08:40:00 EST Learn more about the 5 Centennial Artists at Craters of the Moon. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/centennial-air-news-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/craters-of-the-moon-centennial.htm Thu, 18 Apr 2024 10:42:00 EST Craters Centennial celebrations officially begin May 2nd, 2024, the day the monument turns 100! https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/craters-of-the-moon-centennial.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/fall-23-operations-crmo.htm Fri, 01 Sep 2023 09:24:00 EST Enjoy special events and ranger programs this fall, when the weather is cooler at Craters of the Moon. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/fall-23-operations-crmo.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/gaoa-funds-benefit-craters-of-the-moon.htm Fri, 04 Aug 2023 06:37:00 EST Three South Idaho Parks will benefit from over $9 million for infrastructure and will improve employee safety and expand recreational opportunities. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/gaoa-funds-benefit-craters-of-the-moon.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/summer-2023-at-craters-of-the-moon.htm Fri, 26 May 2023 11:12:00 EST The park is open for the summer. Come prepared to enjoy your visit. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/summer-2023-at-craters-of-the-moon.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/2023-winter-operations-at-craters-of-the-moon.htm Mon, 14 Nov 2022 12:08:00 EST The visitor center will be closed from Monday, November 28, 2022, through Thursday, January 26, 2023. The Loop Road and trails (excluding the Caves Area and all caves) are open 24-hours per day and accessible by biking, hiking, snowshoeing, or skiing only. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/2023-winter-operations-at-craters-of-the-moon.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/2022-10-15-mission-66-national-historic-register.htm Wed, 05 Oct 2022 04:00:00 EST The Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve Mission 66 Historic District was recently listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its preservation of iconic Mission 66 architecture. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/2022-10-15-mission-66-national-historic-register.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/summer-operations-at-craters-of-the-moon.htm Fri, 27 May 2022 05:07:00 EST Take advantage of the activities offered this summer at Craters of the Moon! https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/summer-operations-at-craters-of-the-moon.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/2021-11-29-winter-operations.htm Mon, 29 Nov 2021 04:01:00 EST Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve will close the Robert Limbert Visitor and close the Loop Road to all automobiles beginning November 29, 2021.The visitor center will tentatively reopen at 9:00 am on January 15, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/2021-11-29-winter-operations.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/the-national-parks-of-southern-idaho-are-modifying-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm Tue, 17 Mar 2020 10:34:00 EST Staff from Craters of the Moon National Monument, Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument and Minidoka National Historic Site are temporarily closing visitor facilities beginning Wednesday, March 18. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/the-national-parks-of-southern-idaho-are-modifying-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/kurt-ikeda-selected-as-the-education-specialist-for-the-southern-idaho-parks.htm Thu, 19 Dec 2019 06:27:00 EST Kurt Ikeda has been chosen as the new Education Specialist for Southern Idaho National Parks. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/kurt-ikeda-selected-as-the-education-specialist-for-the-southern-idaho-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/fall-events.htm Mon, 19 Aug 2019 09:30:00 EST As summer winds down, please join us for a Ranger guided walk or other events. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/fall-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/improving-accessibility-at-southern-idaho-s-national-parks.htm Mon, 17 Jun 2019 07:11:00 EST The National Park Service is seeking public input on a draft accessibility self-evaluation and transition plan for City of Rocks National Reserve, Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve, Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument, and Minidoka National Historic Site. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/improving-accessibility-at-southern-idaho-s-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/moonfest-celebration-set-for-july-20.htm Thu, 13 Jun 2019 05:24:00 EST Craters of the Moon staff and partner organizations will host a special event celebrating the 50th anniversary of astronauts walking on the “Moon” (on the lunar surface and right here in Idaho!) on Saturday, July 20. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/moonfest-celebration-set-for-july-20.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/wildflower-walks-and-photography-seminars-in-june.htm Fri, 31 May 2019 04:38:00 EST Join us for wildflower walks and photography seminars this June. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/wildflower-walks-and-photography-seminars-in-june.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/craters-of-the-moon-designated-an-international-dark-sky-park.htm Tue, 05 Sep 2017 10:37:00 EST The International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) has granted silver-tier International Dark Sky Park status to Craters of the Moon National Monument. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/craters-of-the-moon-designated-an-international-dark-sky-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/eclipse-across-america.htm Thu, 03 Aug 2017 04:07:00 EST Join us for special events before, during and after the August 21 Eclipse event. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/eclipse-across-america.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/national-association-of-geoscience-teachers-symposium.htm Sun, 04 Jun 2017 09:56:00 EST The National Park Service is co-hosting the Pacific Northwest Section National Association of Geoscience Teachers Symposium June 22-24. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/national-association-of-geoscience-teachers-symposium.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/spring-events-2017.htm Thu, 01 Jun 2017 07:20:00 EST With sparse crowds, nice temperatures and abundant wildflowers, spring is a great time to visit the park. Join us for the following special events: https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/spring-events-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/more-than-250000-visit-the-moon-in-2016.htm Wed, 15 Mar 2017 04:33:00 EST 2016 was a banner year for visitation to Craters of the Moon National Monument. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/more-than-250000-visit-the-moon-in-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/group-campground-reservations.htm Fri, 20 Jan 2017 05:41:00 EST Group Campground reservations will be available on-line beginning January 31. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/group-campground-reservations.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/craters-of-the-moon-celebrates-nps-centennial-accomplishments.htm Fri, 23 Dec 2016 06:12:00 EST We celebrated the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service in 2016 and are looking forward to the next hundred years in 2017. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/craters-of-the-moon-celebrates-nps-centennial-accomplishments.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/campground-reopened.htm Fri, 16 Sep 2016 08:12:00 EST After a major renovation project the Lava Flow Campground has reopened. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/campground-reopened.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/every-kid-at-craters.htm Tue, 06 Sep 2016 07:51:00 EST Craters of the Moon Launches Second Year of Every Kid in a Park Pass. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/every-kid-at-craters.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/august-2016-events.htm Tue, 26 Jul 2016 06:27:00 EST Special events across the U.S. will celebrate the National Park Service 100th anniversary in August. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/august-2016-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/national-park-service-centennial-celebration.htm Fri, 22 Jul 2016 06:18:00 EST Celebrate 100 years with the NPS! https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/national-park-service-centennial-celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/nasa-community-day.htm Mon, 06 Jun 2016 05:33:00 EST Community Day on June 16 to Highlight NASA/ISU Research at Craters of the Moon. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/nasa-community-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/building-a-better-campground.htm Wed, 01 Jun 2016 09:28:00 EST The Lava Flow Campground will be closed for renovation beginning July 5 and will remain closed for several months. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/building-a-better-campground.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/2015-economic-report.htm Thu, 21 Apr 2016 12:04:00 EST Tourism to Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve creates 8.4 million dollars in Economic Benefits. Report shows visitor spending supports 133 jobs in local economy https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/2015-economic-report.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/fee-free.htm Fri, 04 Dec 2015 06:25:00 EST There will be 16 fee free days in 2016! https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/fee-free.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/loop-road-is-closed-but-were-open-for-winter.htm Thu, 03 Dec 2015 06:10:00 EST Join us this winter for fun in the snow! https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/loop-road-is-closed-but-were-open-for-winter.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/christmas-bird-count.htm Wed, 02 Dec 2015 06:02:00 EST Join us on December 15 for our annual Christmas Bird Count. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/christmas-bird-count.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/earth-science-week-hike.htm Wed, 30 Sep 2015 11:03:00 EST Join the Craters of the Natural History Association for a special geology hike in celebration of Earth Science Week on Saturday, October 17. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/earth-science-week-hike.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/wade-vagias-selected-as-superintendent-of-craters-of-the-moon-national-monument-and-preserve.htm Wed, 09 Sep 2015 09:25:00 EST Wade Vagias has been selected as the new superintendent for Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve in south-central Idaho. Vagias is currently the Management Assistant at Yellowstone National Park. He begins his new assignment in October 2015. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/wade-vagias-selected-as-superintendent-of-craters-of-the-moon-national-monument-and-preserve.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/every-kid-in-a-park.htm Wed, 02 Sep 2015 04:15:00 EST Craters of the Moon Welcomes 4th Grade Students through the Every Kid in a Park Initiative. New National Program Encourages Families and Classes to Visit National Parks. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/every-kid-in-a-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/nasa-media-day-2015.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2015 06:00:00 EST Two NASA field programs, the Field Investigations to Enable Solar System Science and Exploration (FINESSE) and Biologic Analog Science Associated with Lava Terrains (BASALT) teams will conduct a field campaign in Idaho from August 1-14, 2015. The campaign will include a public and media opportunity hosted by the teams on Wednesday, August 5, 2015, at the Robert Limbert Visitor Center at Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve in Idaho. Special activities for the public and news media will include lectures, demonstrations and one-on-one interviews with selected team members. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/nasa-media-day-2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/wildflowers-at-craters-of-the-moon.htm Wed, 13 May 2015 05:28:00 EST The annual eruption of spring wildflowers is underway at Craters of the Moon. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/wildflowers-at-craters-of-the-moon.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/2014-economic-benefit-report.htm Fri, 24 Apr 2015 05:22:00 EST A new report indicates increasing economic benefit to local communities. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/2014-economic-benefit-report.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/find-your-park.htm Wed, 01 Apr 2015 05:24:00 EST Find Your Park during National Park Week, April 18-26. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/find-your-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/spring-events.htm Thu, 26 Mar 2015 11:08:00 EST Spring is a great time to visit Craters of the Moon. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/spring-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/christmas-bird-count-2014.htm Wed, 03 Dec 2014 04:34:00 EST Join us for our annual count of our feathered friends. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/christmas-bird-count-2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/public-comment-sought-for-potential-fee-increase-at-craters-of-the-moon.htm Wed, 22 Oct 2014 08:05:00 EST Public Comment is being accepted for proposed fee increases at Craters of the Moon National Monument https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/public-comment-sought-for-potential-fee-increase-at-craters-of-the-moon.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/a-wet-and-wild-saturday.htm Wed, 01 Oct 2014 05:05:00 EST To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Wilderness Act park staff and partners hosted special events on National Public Lands Day. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/a-wet-and-wild-saturday.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/september-events.htm Thu, 28 Aug 2014 03:51:00 EST Join us for walks, talks and a wilderness celebration in September. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/september-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/run-for-wilderness.htm Fri, 01 Aug 2014 10:18:00 EST Join Craters of the Moon staff and friends for the first annual Run the Rift Fun Run and other special events on Wild Saturday, September 27. A 5K and 10K run/walk will start at 8 a.m., followed by a wilderness puppet show, a trail exhibit dedication, and a wilderness film festival. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/run-for-wilderness.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/2013-economic-report.htm Mon, 21 Jul 2014 06:04:00 EST Report shows visitor spending supports 94 jobs in local economy. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/2013-economic-report.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/events-in-august.htm Thu, 17 Jul 2014 10:28:00 EST Join us for special walks, talks and events in August. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/events-in-august.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/compendium-changes.htm Thu, 10 Jul 2014 07:25:00 EST Changes to the Craters of the Moon Superintendent’s Compendium include restrictions on unmanned aerial vehicle use and electronic cigarettes. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/compendium-changes.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/july-events.htm Tue, 01 Jul 2014 07:26:00 EST As summer heats up consider joining us for a tour of our naturally cool lava tube caves or an evening walk or talk. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/july-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/star-party.htm Tue, 17 Jun 2014 10:28:00 EST Party with the stars at our bi-annual Star Party hosted by the Idaho Falls Astronomical Society https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/star-party.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/wildflowers.htm Wed, 28 May 2014 07:20:00 EST Wildflowers are peaking at Craters of the Moon https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/wildflowers.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/hiking-a-volcano.htm Thu, 24 Apr 2014 06:21:00 EST The six members of the 2014 Great Rift Expedition successfully completed their trek on April 17. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/hiking-a-volcano.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/national-park-week.htm Tue, 15 Apr 2014 07:11:00 EST Fee-free dates, road and trail conditions, and activities to celebrate Craters of the Moon. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/great-rift-expedition.htm Thu, 27 Mar 2014 10:22:00 EST In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Wilderness Act, a group of trekkers will attempt to hike the Great Rift at Craters of the Moon. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/great-rift-expedition.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/2012-economic-figures.htm Mon, 03 Mar 2014 08:25:00 EST Report shows visitor spending creates $6.3 million in economic benefits and supports 91 jobs in the local economy https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/2012-economic-figures.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/missing-hiker-recovered-at-craters-of-the-moon.htm Wed, 23 Oct 2013 11:03:00 EST A one month search for 2 missing hikers has concluded https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/missing-hiker-recovered-at-craters-of-the-moon.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/lost-hikers.htm Thu, 26 Sep 2013 06:03:00 EST One of 2 lost hikers have been found at Craters of the Moon. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/lost-hikers.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/back-to-school.htm Thu, 12 Sep 2013 11:24:00 EST A new Teacher's website allows educators to discover exciting classroom, field trip and distance learning resources. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/back-to-school.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/august-events.htm Mon, 19 Aug 2013 12:53:00 EST Please join us for these special events in August, including a fee-free day on August 25. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/august-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/run-the-rift.htm Wed, 07 Aug 2013 09:29:00 EST Join us for the inaugural Run the Rift Fun Run... https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/run-the-rift.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/on-the-dark-side-of-the-moon.htm Tue, 11 Jun 2013 11:16:00 EST Join us for a book reading by author, Mike Medberry, on Saturday, June 22. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/on-the-dark-side-of-the-moon.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/wilderness-forever-photo-contest.htm Mon, 10 Jun 2013 07:32:00 EST Capture the beauty of central Idaho through the Wilderness Forever photography competition. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/wilderness-forever-photo-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/june-events.htm Wed, 29 May 2013 07:45:00 EST A variety of events and activities are being offered to park visitors this June. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/june-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/national-park-week-2013.htm Thu, 11 Apr 2013 10:20:00 EST National Park Week is April 20-28. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/national-park-week-2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/local-economic-benefits-of-idahos-national-parks.htm Thu, 28 Feb 2013 10:49:00 EST Visitors to Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve contributed more than $6 million to local economies and supported 81 jobs in 2011 according to a recent report issued by the National Park Service. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/local-economic-benefits-of-idahos-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/teacher-ranger-on-the-moon.htm Thu, 25 Oct 2012 09:26:00 EST Local teacher worked as a Ranger at the Monument this summer. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/teacher-ranger-on-the-moon.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/national-park-foundation-grant.htm Tue, 24 Jul 2012 11:56:00 EST NATIONAL PARK FOUNDATION AWARDS 2012 IMPACT GRANT TO Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/national-park-foundation-grant.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/national-park-service-releases-an-environmental-assessment-of-proposed-improvements-to-the-lava-flow-campground-at-craters-of-the-moon-national-monument.htm Tue, 10 Jul 2012 10:50:00 EST An Environmental Assessment is now available for a proposed campground project. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/national-park-service-releases-an-environmental-assessment-of-proposed-improvements-to-the-lava-flow-campground-at-craters-of-the-moon-national-monument.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/thanking-americas-armed-forces.htm Wed, 16 May 2012 09:40:00 EST Active Duty U.S. Military Offered Free Entrance to All National Parks https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/thanking-americas-armed-forces.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/may-events.htm Fri, 27 Apr 2012 06:54:00 EST Spring is a great time to visit Craters of the Moon https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/may-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/caves.htm Fri, 20 Apr 2012 12:16:00 EST All five of the lava tube caves on the Loop Road are now open for exploring. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/caves.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/spring-opening-and-national-park-week.htm Mon, 02 Apr 2012 06:08:00 EST The loop road and all trails are now open. There will be free admission to all national parks April 21-29. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/spring-opening-and-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/local-economic-benefits-of-idaho-national-parks.htm Mon, 05 Mar 2012 04:39:00 EST National Parks in Idaho contribute to the local economy. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/local-economic-benefits-of-idaho-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/park-mourns-the-loss-of-bob-gold.htm Fri, 02 Mar 2012 10:00:00 EST Ranger Bob will be missed... https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/park-mourns-the-loss-of-bob-gold.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/mid-winter-activities.htm Thu, 26 Jan 2012 06:06:00 EST Winter has finally arrived at Craters of the Moon. Come on out and enjoy it! https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/mid-winter-activities.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/buckley-named-superintendent.htm Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:48:00 EST Dan Buckley has been named as the new Superintendent of Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/buckley-named-superintendent.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/craters-of-the-moon-natural-history-association-launches-on-line-bookstore.htm Mon, 25 Jul 2011 05:18:00 EST The Craters of the Moon Natural History Association has launched an on-line bookstore. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/craters-of-the-moon-natural-history-association-launches-on-line-bookstore.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/proposed-lease-for-wireless-telecommunications-facility.htm Sun, 19 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is requesting comments on a proposal to lease a site to AT&T for construction of a cell phone tower at Craters of the Moon National Monument. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/proposed-lease-for-wireless-telecommunications-facility.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/spring-wildflowers.htm Mon, 13 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST Spring wildflowers at Craters of the Moon are approaching peak. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/spring-wildflowers.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/environmental-assessment-for-north-crater-flow-trail.htm Thu, 09 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST An Environmental Assessment is now available for proposed improvements to the North Crater Flow Trail https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/environmental-assessment-for-north-crater-flow-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/storage-building-request-for-comments.htm Wed, 08 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST The NPS is requesting comments for a proposed new storage building at Craters of the Moon https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/storage-building-request-for-comments.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/june-activities.htm Sun, 22 May 2011 20:00:00 EST With lovely temperatures, sparse crowds, abundant wildflowers, ranger programs and a fee free day, June is a great time to visit the park. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/june-activities.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/changes-in-cave-access.htm Thu, 28 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST Access to Caves is now restricted to guided tours or by permit only. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/changes-in-cave-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/loop-road-opening-and-national-park-week.htm Mon, 18 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST The 7-mile Loop Road is open just in time for National Park Week https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/loop-road-opening-and-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/multi-park-invasive-plant-management-plan-out-for-review.htm Sun, 27 Feb 2011 19:00:00 EST The National Park Service is seeking public comment on a new plan to manage nonnative invasive and exotic plants at ten National Park Service (NPS) units in the northern Rocky Mountains including Craters of the Moon National Monument & Preserve. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/multi-park-invasive-plant-management-plan-out-for-review.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/late-winter-activities.htm Thu, 17 Feb 2011 19:00:00 EST It may be approaching spring time in the low country but up here on the northern edge of the Snake River Plain we still have plenty of snow. We invite you to come on out and enjoy it while it lasts... https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/late-winter-activities.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/north-crater-flow-trail-and-lava-flow-campground-projects.htm Tue, 18 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EST Craters of the Moon is now accepting comments on two projects: Accessibility Improvements to the North Crater Flow Trail and Rehabilitation of the Lava Flow Campground https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/north-crater-flow-trail-and-lava-flow-campground-projects.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/moon-buggies.htm Sun, 24 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST Electric vehicles are only the latest sustainability measure at Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/moon-buggies.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/wildflower-bloom.htm Tue, 09 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST Mid-June is the peak season for wildflower blooms. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/wildflower-bloom.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/loop-road-open-in-time-for-national-park-week.htm Thu, 16 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST The 7-mile loop road at Craters of the Moon is now open to automobile travel. https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/loop-road-open-in-time-for-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/fire-management-plan.htm Mon, 24 Nov 2008 19:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is soliciting input from the public on the proposed update of the Fire Management Plan for Craters of the Moon Monument and Preserve (CRMO). https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/fire-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/holiday-in-the-national-parks.htm Wed, 05 Dec 2007 19:00:00 EST Southern Idaho National Park's Ornaments Displayed on the Official White House Christmas Tree https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/holiday-in-the-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/travel-management-plan.htm Thu, 04 Oct 2007 20:00:00 EST The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and National Park Service (NPS) will host a series of open-house public meetings to begin a Comprehensive Travel Management Plan (Travel Plan) for the Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve (Monument). https://www.nps.gov/crmo/learn/news/travel-management-plan.htm