sunset crater volcano national monument

sunset crater volcano national monument印象

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  bwPhotographer

  The black lava flow on the ground, with old twisted trees jutting from the earth make for a surreal landscape, and a photographer's dream. A few easy hikes. While you are here, continue the loop east and visit the Wupatki National Monument ruins. A perfect day of beautiful scenery, and fascinating history. One of my favorite places near Flagstaff!

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  261nancyn

  It's a free HOV Area so you can just pick a spot and go camping with any kind of camping u love from from huge RV to a one person tent !! Bring all the toys !!! Four wheelers three Wheeler anything u can ride !!! It's a blast

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  pixie007

  Unbelievable. Saw the most lava I have ever seen. It adjoins Wupatki National Monument. Both Monuments are worth seeing. Sunset Crater erupted between 1040 and 1100 and is so named because of the red and yellow oxidized cinders that fell onto the rim. Stop at both visitor's centers.

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  ClemsunTiger

  I love our national parks and national monuments and this is a must see. Combine this monument with Wupatki. They are on the same circular road. There are several lava trails ranging from 1/4 mile up to 3 miles. The lava is very sharp. If you are not into walking, there are lookouts and pullouts as well. I recommend about 2 hours if you are walking trails, but if you are just driving through, less than 1 hour.

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  traveler476

  Drive to the monument is long, but quite interesting. The crater is worth seeing and the history is worthwhile. I would not miss it if I was in this area.

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  328karad

  So pretty, breath taking views and peaceful. It was cold and snow on the ground. But worth freezing a bit for. The Rangers were very nice and helpful on how to get the most out of our little time there. But be careful not to fall, you will bleed. Watch children as there are hills to fall down. Stay on the paths because you could get a little lost. But remember your camera!

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  72chev_5

  This site was interesting and worth the visit - nothing super exciting but we are glad we went. Do this and the Indian ruins in the same day - makes a nice loop.

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  brookea322

  I'm not a huge geology buff, but I wanted to check out this special area of AZ! When we drove up, I expected to see an actual crater in the ground -- my mistake! A very cool site if you're interested in volcanic & geologic history, etc.

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  539aj

  A really fantastic location with such unusual beauty. We took the Lava Flow trail which is only about a mile long so a good option if timing does not allow a whole day in the park. Admission price includes admission to the attached park: Wupatki National Monument.

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  christopherw322

  Went on a whim on the way out of flagstaff to the Grand Canyon. What a great national park the Rangers at the visitor center were super awesome with my 4-6 year olds. Gave them activities to earn their junior ranger park badges. They loved them. Wore them proudly on hikes through the lava fields. The ruins further back in the park were amazing as well with awesome views of the painted desert.