Lava Beds

Tulelake, California · National Monument

Lava Beds is a unique landscape featuring extensive lava tube systems, rugged terrain, and diverse wildlife. Visitors can explore fascinating geological formations and enjoy various outdoor activities in this captivating and remote area.

Campgrounds

• Group Campsite — April 1 to October 31 · 44 sites · $60 · 4,650 ft · Group camp · Drive-in · reserve

Top trails

• Symbol Bridge And Big Painted Cave — 2.0 mi · 104 ft gain · 43m · Out & back
• Schonchin Butte Lookout Trail — 1.5 mi · 464 ft gain · 44m · Out & back
• Three Sisters Loop — 10.5 mi · Loop
• Thomas-Wright Battlefield Trail — 1.5 mi · 56 ft gain · 32m · Loop
• Whitney Butte — 3.4 mi one way · 243 ft gain · 1h 14m · Point to point

More trails here: Gold Digger Pass, Big Nasty Loop, Captain Jacks Stronghold, Bunchgrass, Skull Cave, Mushpot Cave Trail, Big Painted Cave Trail, Juniper Butte, Gillem Bluff Historic Trail, Missing Link, Indian Well Campground, Heppe Cave, Black Crater, Gillems Camp, Valentine Cave.

Visiting

Fees — Private Vehicle: $25.

Dogs allowed on leash. Phone: (530) 667-8113.

Coordinates: 41.7750, -121.5068. Official website.

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