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Lava Beds National Monument

1 Indian Well Hqts.
Tulelake, CA 96134
(530) 667-8113

www.nps.govExternal Link

Description

The Lava Beds is located near the California-Oregon border east of Interstate 5 on Highway 139.  The monument provides the park visitor with fascinating volcanic features, including the phenomenon of the lava tube caves.  The caves are open to visitors with safety precautions strictly enforced.  The area also holds cultural history of the Modoc Indians.  The park is also located in the semiannual migration of birds along the Pacific Flyway, and includes the habit necessary for the Bald Eagle.  The park is surrounded by the Modoc National Forest with the Tule Lake National Wildlife Refuge to the north.

Activities

  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Cave Exploration
  • Nature Study
  • Exhibits & Displays

Facilities

The Indian Well Campground has 40-site family style campground with flush toilets.  A Visitor Center is located in southern portion of the park with exhibits & displays on the area with ranger-lead programs available during the summer season.  Amazing panoramic views are available to those who wish to hike the trail up to the fire lookout, Schonchim Brutte.  When visiting the Monument make sure to plan time to visit the Tule Lake Wildlife Refuge. 

Fire:  Designated fire rings only.

Wood:  See park staff—No wood gathering.

Water:  Available in the campground during the summer months—near the visitor center during the winter.

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