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Cibola County

Lava Caves – Lava Trench loop from Junction Cave (no entry)

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United States
New Mexico
Cibola County

Lava Caves – Lava Trench loop from Junction Cave (no entry)

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Lava Caves – Lava Trench loop from Junction Cave (no entry)

02:00

7.42km

100m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 15, 2026

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Parking

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462 m

Lava Caves

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The lava caves were formed by ancient lava flows and are now a world of their own. These caves are often diverse ecosystems that remain secluded from the rest of …

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1.19 km

lava caves (no entry)

Viewpoint

3

2.01 km

Lava Trench

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The Lava Trench is a reminder of how quickly and how efficiently a volcano can shape the surrounding landscape. There is a giant "gutter" down the middle of the hillside from where lava once flowed.

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2.87 km

View of El Calderon Volcano

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You can look down into the heart of the ancient El Calderon Volcano. The Cinder Cone Rim Loop offers great views down into the cone from different perspectives, and you can look back towards the El Malpais Wilderness from here.

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2.87 km

El Calderon Cinder Cone

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El Calderon Cinder Cone is a volcanic feature formed from ejected volcanic materials. It is a popular place to visit for people interested in the geological history of the area …

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4.30 km

El Calderon Loop Trail

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There are a couple different trails you can take to approach the summit of El Calderon, but the El Calderon Loop Trail is by far the most popular route. You …

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7.42 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.84 km

1.58 km

Surfaces

3.72 km

2.12 km

1.58 km

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