Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument

Sunset Crater Volcano was born in a series of eruptions sometime between 1040 and 1100. Powerful explosions profoundly affected the lives of local people and forever changed the landscape and ecology of the area. Lava flows and cinders still look as fresh and rugged as the day they formed. But among dramatic geologic features, you'll find trees, wildflowers, and signs of wildlife – life returns.

Walk the Lava Flow Trail

The Lava Flow Trail winds through lava flows and cinder fields at the base of Sunset Crater. It's a one-mile loop through an amazing volcanic landscape.
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		Take a virtual field trip Explore the Lava Flow Trail from your computer. (The numbered stops don't match those on the real trail - this field trip is strictly virtual.) more...

		National Park Service Celebrates First 100 Years The National Park Service will be 100 years old in 2016. Planning for this major milestone is underway, and you can help. more...

America's Best Idea

National Parks encompass parts of America's significant heritage and magnificent landscapes. Walnut Canyon National Monument invites you to experience and support your National Parks! Click on "more" for some "Best Ideas" to help get you started.

Listen to a KNAU public radio segment on Sunset Crater Volcano.

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Write to

Superintendent, Flagstaff Area National Monuments
6400 N. Hwy 89
Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Phone

Headquarters, Flagstaff Area National Monuments
(928) 526-1157

Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument Visitor Center
(928) 526-0502

Fax

(928) 714-0565

Climate

Not all of Arizona is warm dry desert. At Sunset Crater Volcano, spring is usually mild, but heavy snowfall can occur. Summer days are warm with temperatures in the 80s; afternoon thunderstorms are likely July to September. In winter, snow and freezing temperatures alternate with mild weather.

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Communities Surrounding Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument

Note: The times listed below are approximate driving times to the park.
Flagstaff, AZ (24 min. ) Pop. 52,894 Bellemont, AZ (32 min. ) Parks, AZ (39 min. ) Pop. 1,137 Munds Park, AZ (39 min. ) Pop. 1,250	Gray Mountain, AZ (42 min. ) Leupp, AZ (1 hr. 3 min. ) Pop. 970 Mormon Lake, AZ (1 hr. 5 min. ) Dennehotso, AZ (1 hr. 18 min. ) Pop. 734


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