Description
In the extreme northeast of California in a thinly populated region seldom visited by tourists, extends the Lava Beds National Monument, founded in 1925 and covering an area of 72sq.miles/186sq.km, with strange lava formations dating back thousands of years. It is only a few miles from the Oregon border and lies between the CA 139 and U.S. 97. Barren heaps of ash, some more than 330ft/100m high with steep craters, leave their mark on the landscape.
Address
Lava Beds National Monument
Box 867
Tulelake, CA 96134-0867
United States
Phone 1 (530) 667-2282 x232
Fax 1 (530) 667-2737
Hours
June 15 to September 7
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open8:308:308:308:308:308:308:30
Closed18:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:0018:00
September 8 to June 14
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open8:308:308:308:308:308:308:30
Closed17:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:0017:00
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Cost
Vehicle plus all occupants$10.00
Camping fee$10.00
Tips
There is a camp-site in Indian Wells but no filling station inside the park. The Visitor Center is on the south side. Those wishing to explore the caves can do so with the aid of a plan. Torches are available from the Visitor Center free of charge and safety helmets can be hired for a small fee. There are slide shows in the Center during the Summer months.
Attractions Near Lava Beds National Monument, Tulelake