Is Craters of the Moon Worth Visiting?

Idaho is home to one of the most unique national park sites we have seen. Here is why you need to see this place...

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Craters of the moon looks like another planet and feels worthy of a full-fledged national park designation.

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Rewarding hikes that lead to breathtaking vistas!

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Peer into the vents of spatter cones.

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Hike along the edge of crater rims.

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Explore unique lava tube caves.

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Colorful birds stand out against the dark volcanic landscapes.

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Idaho is home to one of the most unique national park sites we have seen. Here is why you need to see this place...

Craters of the Moon

Craters of the moon looks like another planet and feels worthy of a full-fledged national park designation.

Otherworldly

Rewarding hikes that lead to breathtaking vistas!

Climb Cinder Cones

Peer into the vents of spatter cones.

Volcano Vents

Hike along the edge of crater rims.

Craters

Explore unique lava tube caves.

Caves

Colorful birds stand out against the dark volcanic landscapes.

Birding

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