Craters of the Moon scenic overlook ✓ Quality

Craters of the Moon

Idaho • 5,900' elevation

Paved Access

"Where Astronauts Trained"

5,900'Elevation
AnyBest Time
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What You'll See

Lava FlowsCinder ConesSpatter ConesLava Tubes

About This Overlook

This otherworldly landscape of volcanic features was formed by eruptions as recently as 2,000 years ago. NASA astronauts trained here before the Apollo missions.

Facilities

ParkingVisitor CenterLoop Road

Location

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