Where should I stay when visiting a crater of the moon?

Where should I stay when visiting a crater of the moon?

There is no lodging available in the park. Nearest lodging and other services are available in Arco, 18 miles east of the visitor center on US Highway .

Can you stay at Craters of the Moon?

Places to stay near the park

There are no accommodations inside the Craters of the Moon National Monument.

How long should you spend at Craters of the Moon?

I’d say you should plan on spending 3 – 4 hours there depending on how much you care to see. We had an 88 and 86 year old with us so we just did a few short trails and the younger ones climbed the hill. We were too early in the season to view the caves.

Is Craters of the Moon National park worth visiting?

Although off the beaten path, Craters of the Moon is worth a quick visit if you are in the area on a road trip or as a day trip from Sun Valley. We were able to explore much of the park during our two hour visit and it was worth the slight detour on our road trip to see the unusual landscape and explore Indian Tunnel.

How long does it take to visit Craters of the Moon National Monument?

30 minutes: Take in the view along the scenic 7-mile Loop Road. One Hour: Visit Inferno Cone and the Spatter Cones. If you have time, walk the Devil’s Orchard Trail. Two Hours: Hike to Big Craters from the Spatter Cones parking lot.

What town is close to Craters of the Moon?

Arco
Craters of the Moon’s visitor center and loop road are located on U.S. Highway 20/26/93. The park entrance is 24 miles northeast of Carey, Idaho and 18 miles southwest of Arco, Idaho.

How long does it take to drive around Craters of the Moon?

30 minutes: Take in the view along the scenic 7-mile Loop Road. One Hour: Visit Inferno Cone and the Spatter Cones.

Can you drive through Craters of the Moon?

There is a 7 mile loop driving tour with 7 stops. The first is the visitors center, with a film (which we didn’t watch) and a short presentation about the volcanic activity in the area and a display of the different lava types to be seen in the park. There is a $10 entrance fee per vehicle.

Can you take rocks from Craters of the Moon?

All the natural features within Craters of the Moon are protected. Col- lecting rocks and other objects is prohibited. Because climbing on the fragile lava rock can cause irreversible damage, all visitors to the North Crater Flow, Spatters Cones, and Big Crater must stay on the paved walkways.

What else is near Craters of the Moon?

The off road capital of the west, 100s of miles of off road trails, maps available at the office.

• Hiking. Arco also offers hiking not only at the Craters of the Moon National Monument.
• King Mountain. Gliding championships.
• Snake River Plain.
• Atomic Days.
• The Big Lost River and Pioneer Mountains.

What is Craters of the Moon known for?

The Craters of the Moon Lava Field spreads across 618 square miles (1,601 km2) and is the largest mostly Holocene-aged basaltic lava field in the contiguous United States. The Monument and Preserve contain more than 25 volcanic cones, including outstanding examples of spatter cones.

Is Craters of the Moon open 24 hours?

The park is open every day of the year, but peak visitation occurs between late spring and early fall.
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Park Entrance – Craters of the Moon National Monument.

What city is near Craters of the Moon?

Craters of the Moon’s visitor center and loop road are located on U.S. Highway 20/26/93. The park entrance is 24 miles northeast of Carey, Idaho and 18 miles southwest of Arco, Idaho.

How much does Craters of the Moon cost?

The Visitor Center is open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily, with extended summer hours and closed on winter holidays. The entrance fee is $15 per vehicle. Those entering by bicycle or foot pay $7 per person. Individuals age 15 and under enter free.

What is special about Craters of the Moon?

Unique natural features at Craters of the Moon include lava tubes caves such as Indian Tunnel, which is passable for 800 feet; Big Cinder Butte, at 700 feet, one of the largest purely basaltic cinder cones in the world; and the Blue Dragon flow, which is named for its striking blue color.

Do you need reservations for Craters of the Moon?

Reservations are required. Call 208-527-1335 to sign up…