About Craters Of The Moon National Monument & Preserve
Craters of the Moon is a vast ocean of lava flows with scattered islands of cinder cones and sagebrush. We invite you to explore this "weird and scenic landscape" where yesterday's volcanic events are likely to continue tomorrow.
Quick Facts
Entrance Fees
This per-vehicle fee applies to private, non-commercial vehicles and provides entrance into the park for seven consecutive days. The fee covers the driver and any passengers.
Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.
This per-vehicle fee applies to commercial vehicles and provides entrance into the park for seven consecutive days.
This per-person fee provides entrance into the park for seven consecutive days. Youth age 15 and under are free.
Classes or groups from accredited academic institutions may apply for a fee waiver ahead of their visit by contacting the park. Academic fee waivers are not granted automatically. Educational groups must apply and meet the two criteria to receive a fee waiver: 1) eligibility and 2) educational purpose and relevance of park resources or facilities. Groups that choose to not make a reservation or apply for an academic fee waiver will be charged the standard entrance fee per vehicle.
This per-vehicle fee applies to commercial vehicles and provides entrance into the park for seven consecutive days.
This per-vehicle fee applies to commercial vehicles and provides entrance into the park for seven consecutive days.
Operating Hours
The Loop Road is typically open from mid April through late November. High clearance four-wheel drive is highly recommended on BLM Monument roads and are impassible when snow or water is present.
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