Amboy Crater National Natural Landmark
Parking available
This dormant volcanic crater has been converted from a roiling pit of magma to a pleasant hiking spot.

πŸ“œ Dormant volcanic cinder cone, 250 feet high and 1,500 feet in diameter.
πŸ” Designated a National Natural Landmark in 1973.

Why Go

πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Pleasant hiking spot with trail to the rim
🏞️ Picturesque reminder of violent geological past
πŸš— Located along historic Route 66
β™Ώ Accessible picnic area and scenic overlook

Why Avoid

πŸ₯΅ Temperatures can get very hot, pack plenty of water
🚫 Hiking trail not designed to be accessible

Tips

πŸ“ž Cell phone signal more likely in parking areas

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

πŸ…ΏοΈ 2 paved parking lots, room for 17 vehicles

Toilets

🚽 Accessible double vault toilet available

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