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Craters of the Moon National Monument

The Bureau of Land Management's Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve is a 750,000-acre geologic wonderland, managed jointly with the National Park Service's Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve. Its central feature is the Great Rift, a 52-mile long crack in the Earth's crust. The Great Rift is a remarkably preserved volcanic landscape. Exposed fissures, lava fields, lava tubes, craters and cinder cones form a strangely beautiful volcanic sea on central Idaho's Snake…

  • State: Idaho
  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 43.462500000000034, -113.55999999999995

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  • Battle Creek Wild and Scenic River
  • Bear Den Butte Wilderness Study Area
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  • Black Butte Wilderness Study Area
  • Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area
  • Black Canyon (II) Wilderness Study Area
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Frequently asked questions

Is Craters of the Moon National Monument reservable?

Craters of the Moon National Monument is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Craters of the Moon National Monument?

Craters of the Moon National Monument is located in Idaho. See the map for its exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Craters of the Moon National Monument?

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