The notebook of Craters of the Moon
Walk toward a clearer light.
Washing, black cones and volcanic tunnels on the Snake River Plain.
At your own pace
Identity summary
2 to 4 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
Volcano · Desert · Nature
Variable accessibility
Sweet rhythm
General presentation
Craters of the Moon
Washing, black cones and volcanic tunnels on the Snake River Plain.
Craters of the Moon National Monument, Inferno Cone and Indian Tunnel give the most telling landmarks of Craters of the Moon. Together, they form a destination where volcanic landscapes, desert areas and natural spaces meet, with atmospheres that change over the stages rather than just one uniform decor.
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For a stay of 2 to 4 days, a quiet rhythm works well. Also to be anticipated: conditions to be checked according to the season. A car is usually the easiest way to connect the different sectors. Accessibility varies from site to site and deserves to be verified step by step.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Craters of the Moon National Monument
- Inferno Cone
- Indian Tunnel
Before you choose
- Car often useful
- Conditions to be checked by season
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Nature and panorama
Craters of the Moon National Monument
Craters of the Moon The visit is marked by its almost lunar appearance: little vegetation, sharp textures, dark colours and a heat that changes sharply according to the hour. The viewer will be able to see the views of the city and the city.
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Inferno Cone
Inferno Cone is a short but steep climb on a cone of black ashes, in the middle of lava fields of Craters of the Moon. From the top, the gaze embraces the flows, the surrounding craters and the distant mountains, with a striking contrast between volcanic dust and light sky.
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Indian Tunnel
Indian Tunnel leads below the surface of Craters of the Moon, in a lava tube with collapsed openings that let in light wells. The alternate walk dark passages, irregular blocks and windows on the sky; a lamp makes the experience more legible and less hesitant.
Nature and panorama
North Crater Trail
North Crater Trail The trail shows better than the simple gazebos how the flows were superimposed, split and then cooled in rough and dark shapes.
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