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Panum Crater, Volcanic crater in Mono County, California, US.

Rising to 7045 feet above sea level, Panum Crater contains multiple geological formations including pumice deposits, obsidian rocks, and solidified lava domes.

The crater emerged through explosive volcanic activity between 1325 and 1365 CE, marking the final phase of eruptions in the Mono-Inyo Craters chain.

Native American tribes in the region incorporated their observations of volcanic activities at Panum Crater into their understanding of the natural environment.

Visitors should bring water supplies and wear protective footwear while exploring the marked trails that lead through the volcanic formations.

The crater exhibits rare rhyolitic lava structures with 76 percent silica content, creating distinctive spires formed by pressurized lava pushing through dome cracks.

GPS coordinates: 37.92954,-119.04567

Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:33

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