News Release

Paving of Lava Beds National Monument Set to Begin

NPS Photo/ Ian Kessler

News Release Date: August 4, 2022

TULELAKE, California- Pavement preservation work on roads and areas within Lava Beds National Monument is set to begin Tuesday, August 9, 2022. Work will begin near the entrance station at the north end of the park and continue south through the rest of the summer and early fall. In addition to the main park road, all existing paved pullouts, parking areas, and side roads, such as Merrill Cave, Skull Cave, Valentine Cave, and Cave Loop, will be included in the project.  The visitor center parking lot and Indian Well Campground loops will also be completed.  

Over the course of the project, please expect the following conditions:  

• There could be delays up to thirty minutes in the construction zone. Work will be done Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm. Work will not occur on weekends and holidays. 
• Please obey the instructions of the flaggers on the road and watch for the pilot car before traveling through the construction zone. 
• Please obey posted speed limits. 

For more information please visit: www.nps.gov/labe/planyourvisit/conditions 

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Lava Beds National Monument, established in 1925, is a land of turmoil, both geologic and historic. Over the last half-million years, volcanic eruptions have created a rugged landscape dotted with diverse volcanic features. Lava tube caves, Native American sites, historic battlefields and a high desert wilderness experience await you! 

For more information about visiting Lava Beds National Monument, call 530-667-8113, email 

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