Newberry Caldera
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Atop an active stratovolcano, two lakes separated by a narrow strip of land.

Newberry Caldera, located within Newberry National Volcanic Monument, features two crater lakes, Paulina Lake and East Lake, atop an active stratovolcano.

Why Go

🌊 Explore two crater lakes in one caldera
🚢 Hike to geothermal hot springs and a massive obsidian flow
🎣 Enjoy camping, hiking, fishing, and boating
πŸŒ‹ Witness a large, active stratovolcano

Why Avoid

❄️ Deep snow makes access difficult outside of March-November
⚠️ Active volcano with potential natural hazards

Tips

πŸ—“οΈ Best visited between March and November for optimal conditions
πŸ—ΊοΈ Geothermal hot springs accessible by hiking; ice cave by road

Cost

πŸ’° Day use passes for the monument are $5.

Hours

πŸ•’ Seasonal, generally March to November.

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