Lava Beds National Monument

Paintbrush along park trail
Lava Beds National Monument is a land of turmoil, both geological and historical. Over the last half-million years, volcanic eruptions on the Medicine Lake shield volcano have created a rugged landscape dotted with diverse volcanic features. More than 800 caves, Native American rock art sites, historic battlefields and campsites, and a high desert wilderness experience await you!
Map showing location of park.
Sunrise at Lava Beds
Photo by NPS Photo / Nathan Charlton
Sunset at Lava Beds
Photo by NPS Photo / Laura Bellasalma
Paintbrush along park trail
Photo by NPS Photo / Nico Ramirez
Schonchin Butte & Skull Cave
Photo by NPS Photo / Jesse Barden
snowy sunrise at Hopkins Chocolate Cave
Photo by NPS Photo / Jesse Barden