Lunar Crater National Natural Landmark

The volcanic field contains numerous craters and cinder cones, with its main crater spanning 400 acres and reaching a depth of 430 feet.

In 1972, NASA selected this location for Apollo program astronaut training, where crews learned to identify geological features similar to lunar terrain.

Native American tribes of the Great Basin region utilized this land and integrated its volcanic formations into their traditional understanding of the territory.

Visitors can access the site through the Lunar Crater Back Country Byway, which connects to US Highway 6 and provides clear directional signs.

The crater is classified as a maar, formed by explosive volcanic eruptions when magma interacted with underground water systems millions of years ago.

Location: Nevada

GPS coordinates: 38.38400,-116.06900

Latest update: March 3, 2025 04:01