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Wilderness Trail

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United States

Idaho

Butte County

Wilderness Trail

Moderate

2.8

(2)

hikers

Wilderness Trail

04:11

16.0km

120m

Hiking

If you're looking for a little more hiking in Craters of the Moon National Monument, or even an overnight stay in the backcountry, the Wilderness Trail is for you. All you need is a free permit so that the park administration will know that you are out here in the…

Last updated: August 14, 2024

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Craters of the Moon Wilderness Area

Craters of the Moon National Monument

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10.4 km

Echo Crater

Highlight • Volcano

The Wilderness Trail will lead you through a vast lava landscape to Echo Crater. This is a great location to spend the night in the backcountry. The only access into …

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13.2 km

Wilderness Trail

Highlight • Trail

Very few people venture into the backcountry of Craters of the Moon National Monument. So if you want to find real solitude in this moonlike landscape, take the Wilderness Trail …

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15.2 km

Buffalo Cave

Highlight • Cave

The Buffalo Cave is a popular and easy to get to lava cave in Craters of the Moon National Monument. It was created when hot lava cooled down and left …

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16.0 km

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16.0 km

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