Indian Wells - Lava Beds National Monument
Dan X.
Reviewed Jan. 11, 2021

Caves, caves, caves!

The campground is standard fair, firepit/grill, lots of room. I've been up a few times and never had anyone next to our site given how remote it is. Great Nat'l Monument to visit during the winter because the caves stay the virtually the same temperature year round.

Explore the largest concentration of lava tubes in the whole world? Yes please!

Headlamp and helmet are musts. Gloves and kneepads recommended if you're planning on crawling around.

Nice hikes and petroglyphs to check out if you want some sunlight.

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  • Review photo of Indian Wells - Lava Beds National Monument by Dan X., January 11, 2021
  • Review photo of Indian Wells - Lava Beds National Monument by Dan X., January 11, 2021
  • Review photo of Indian Wells - Lava Beds National Monument by Dan X., January 11, 2021