Is Craters of the Moon worth visiting in winter?
Is Craters of the Moon worth visiting in winter? It is a landscape of dramatic contrasts and rugged beauty. Exploring the winter landscape through snowshoeing or by skiing. Craters in the winter offers a chance to discover the striking contrast of white snow on black lava and provide an excellent backdrop for winter wildlife tracking.
What is special about Craters of the Moon?
Craters of the Moon is a vast ocean of lava flows with scattered islands of cinder cones and sagebrush. We invite you to explore this weird and scenic landscape where yesterday's volcanic events are likely to continue tomorrow.
What months can you visit Crater Lake?
The most popular months to visit Crater Lake are July, August, and September. That's when the park's roads, trails, and facilties are usually fully open. May and June are months of transition in the park, as winter slowly gives way to summer.
When should I go to Craters of the Moon?
In our opinion, late summer and early autumn is the best time to visit Craters of the Moon. This time of the year will give you the best moon-like experience. And then there is the wintertime.