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Idaho
Butte County

North Crater Trail

Easy

4.8

(9583)

10,522

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North Crater Trail

01:35

5.72km

100m

Hiking

At just under eight kilometers, the North Crater Trail is the second longest trail in Craters of the Moon National Monument. You can climb into the interior of the North Crater and also pass the impressive Big Craters. Since the path leads from one parking lot to the other, you…

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Last updated: August 14, 2024

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Craters of the Moon National Monument

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780 m

Within North Crater

Highlight • Volcano

The North Crater Trail leads up and down and also through the North Crater. Follow some poles over a vast lava rock field and enjoy the unique scenery. The crater …

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1.11 km

The route of the North Crater Trail passes this tiny cave that is actually a small lava tube. A cool geological feature!

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2.20 km

The Big Craters are part of the 3.5-mile (in and out) North Crater Trail. Follow the trail to get to the North Crater that you will hike into. Big Craters …

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2.86 km

North Crater Trail

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The North Crater Trail is one of the longer trails in Craters of the Moon National Monument. It is a 3.5-mile trail if you hike it back and forth. You …

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5.72 km

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5.71 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.07 km

553 m

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January 24, 2024

At just under eight kilometers, the North Crater Trail is the second longest trail in Craters of the Moon National Monument. You can climb into the interior of the North Crater and also pass the impressive Big Craters. Since the path leads from one parking lot to the other, you can also be dropped off

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