Schonchin Butte, Volcanic cinder cone in Lava Beds National Monument, California, US
Schonchin Butte rises 582 feet above the surrounding terrain, featuring steep slopes formed by volcanic ash and cinder accumulations from past eruptions.
The volcano erupted over 30,000 years ago, expelling ash and cinders that contributed to the formation of the current landscape in the northern section of Medicine Lake Volcano.
The name originates from Old Schonchin, a leader of the Modoc people who inhabited these lands during the nineteenth century in northern California.
A trail extending three-quarters of a mile leads visitors to the summit fire lookout station, which operates from May through September each year.
From the 5,306-foot elevation point, observers can spot Mount Shasta, Mount McLoughlin, and even the southern edge of Crater Lake on clear days.
GPS coordinates: 41.73813,-121.52907
Latest update: March 6, 2025 17:15
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