Newberry Springs, California: Pisgah Crater
- Address:
- Pisgah Crater Rd, Newberry Springs, CA
- Directions:
- I-40 exit 33 (Hector Rd). Turn south, then immediately turn east along the frontage road (Old Route 66/National Trails Hwy). Drive 4.5 miles. Turn right onto Pisgah Crater Rd and drive south two miles to the crater. Some parts are off-limits due to commercial mining; no trespassing on those.
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An extinct volcano with a rim 321 feet high, out in the desert. The most highway-convenient of southern California's many volcanic craters. Large lava field as well. Some parts are off-limits due to commercial mining; no trespassing on those.
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Very rough, formerly paved road, once off 66. We went about halfway. Great time to discuss volcanic activity
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