Black Butte, Stratovolcano in Deschutes National Forest, Oregon, United States.
The volcanic cone rises to 6,436 feet with symmetrical steep slopes and deep gullies carved into its dark-colored basaltic andesite surface.
The volcano formed during multiple eruptions in the Pleistocene epoch, approximately 450,000 years ago, concurrent with regional block faulting near Metolius Springs.
The Deschutes National Forest maintains a fire lookout tower and white cupola structure at the summit for monitoring forest conditions throughout the region.
The northern base contains two springs that generate between 45,000 to 50,000 gallons of water per minute, feeding into the Metolius River system.
Despite its extinct status, the volcano retains an unexposed pyroclastic core and features a collection of cinder cones along its eastern flank.
GPS coordinates: 41.36652,-122.34816
Latest update: March 6, 2025 00:42
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