Newberry National Volcanic Monument, Oregon

Summit of Lava Butte, Newberry National Volcanic Monument
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Newberry National Volcanic Monument is a protected volcanic site in Deschutes County, Oregon. Established on 5 November, 1990, it covers 55,500 acres (22,500 ha) encompassing the New Volcano, and within the borders of Deschutes National Forest. The park is managed by the US Forest Service.

Among the attractive features of Newberry National Volcanic Monument are lava flows, lakes and fantastic geologic features. The highest point in the park is Paulina Peak, at 7,985 ft (2,434 m), accessed via a steep, winding hill road with many hairpin turns. The road is only open to traffic in summer. Along the way visitors can get panoramic views of the Oregon Cascades and high desert.

Lava Butte, Newberry National Volcanic Monument
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Within the boundary of Newberry National Volcanic Monument is the longest known lava tube, called Lava River Cave. This cave is located near US Highway 97. Not far away is Lava Butte, a 500-foot (150-m) cinder cone. Also along US Highway 97 is the Lava Cast Forest.

Visiting Newberry National Volcanic Monument, Oregon

From Portland, head south on Interstate 5 and turn off at Exit 233 down US Highway 20 (Santiam Highway) heading east. At Bend, continue on US Highway 97 that takes you into the park.

The Lava Lands Visitor Center is open five days a week, from Wednesdays to Sundays, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Self-guided tour of Lava River Cave is available with lantern rental of $4.00. The tour takes about 1.5 hours. Last visitor admitted at 4:00 pm.

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