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Craters of the Moon National Monument

Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve is a 750,000-acre geologic wonderland. Its central feature is the Great Rift, a 52-mile long crack in the Earth’s crust. Craters of the Moon is a remarkably preserved volcanic landscape with an array of exceptional features. Exposed fissures, lava fields, lava tubes, craters and cinder cones form a strangely beautiful volcanic sea on central Idaho’s Snake River Plain. This area offers countless opportunities for hiking, camping, cross-country skiing, wildlife viewing, and backcountry travel.

Leadership

Lisa Cresswell

Manager

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