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Lava Hiking Trailhead

Lava Hiking Trailhead in Idaho offers a terrain characterized by rugged landscapes and open spaces. Temperatures in the area typically range from lows of 20°F in winter to highs of 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve, providing opportunities for exploration and adventure.

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Location

Lava Hiking Trailhead is located in Idaho

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Coordinates

43.55420657 N
112.4413923 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Pets
  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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Reviewed Jul. 17, 2025

Lots of Quiet Space - Some Amenities

Stayed at the trailhead parking lot boondocking (No toilets, no water, no electric).  Fairly level area with a fire ring, picnic tables under a shelter, metal charcoal grill and easy access to the lava field (Hells Half Acre) hiking trails.    Access from US 20 to the trailhead parking is gravel and easily accessible for all vehicles with several large turnouts that can be camped at.  The rest of the loop past the turn to the trailhead parking is not graveled but still passable by most vehicles.  I would be more hesitant to use the loop in wet weather where the ground may be soft.

Unfortunately as you can see in a couple of the pictures not everyone cares for our public lands appropriately, there is some garbage left around and someone has taken it upon themselves to use signs and structures for target practice.

- AT&T has 2 bars of LTE and very slow data with a 243ms ping time and a 10Mbps download once it eventually started 

- T-Mobile has 3 bars and my hotspot was able to achieve 18.85Mbps download although it too had a long ping time of 292ms

- Starlink has an unobstructed view of the sky with a 226.6Mbps download speed and 27ms ping

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  • Review photo of Lava Hiking Trailhead by Abner H., July 17, 2025
  • Review photo of Lava Hiking Trailhead by Abner H., July 17, 2025
  • Review photo of Lava Hiking Trailhead by Abner H., July 17, 2025
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Reviewed Jun. 21, 2023

Great location for the night

Nice location away from the highway to spend the night. Dirt road that is a little rough but accessible by low clearance car. Several pull outs to car camp.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Lava Hiking Trailhead?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Lava Hiking Trailhead, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Lava Hiking Trailhead have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Lava Hiking Trailhead does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Lava Hiking Trailhead?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.