Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument
Overview
Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument is managed by National Park Service and is located near Flagstaff, Arizona. The lava flow lies on the land like a dream, a wonderland of rock. A thousand years ago the ground was torn open and lava erupted into the sky, forever changing the landscape and the lives of the people who lived here. A thousand years later, trees and flowers grow among the rocks, and people visit the lava flow to see and remember the most recent volcanic eruption in Arizona.
Things to Do at Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument
Plan Your Visit
Reservation Tips
Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument is a popular destination. Check individual facility pages for specific booking windows and availability.
Getting There
From Flagstaff, travel north on US Highway 89; from Page and the east entrance of the Grand Canyon, travel south on Highway 89. Sunset Crater Volcano and Wupatki National Monuments are both on the loop road FR-545, which meets Highway 89 near mile markers 430 (Sunset Crater Volcano) and 444 (Wupatki).
GPS Coordinates: 35.37114300000000, -111.51037599999999
Contact & Resources
Phone: (928) 526-0502
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