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Lava Beds National Monument
Operating Hours & Seasons
 
Visitor Center Displays

Lava Beds National Monument is always open to visitors.

Lava Beds' caves, trails, camping, and attractions are open year-round. Occasionally in winter, snow can temporarily close park roads until they are plowed.

The Visitor Center is open every day except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (December 24-25). Hours are as follows:

  • Summer: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
    (Memorial through Labor Day)
  • Fall, Winter, Spring: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 

 

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Horsemint  

Did You Know?
Horsemint (Agastache parvifolia), a member of the mint family also called “smallleaf giant hyssop,” is a summer bloomer common in rocky areas of the monument. Its crushed leaves have a strong mint and licorice smell.

Last Updated: December 10, 2007 at 15:17 EST