Sunset Crater Volcano is named for the color of the rusty red cinders near its peak.
Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument
National Monument · AZ
The lava flow lies on the land like a dream, a wonderland of rock. A thousand years ago the ground was torn open and lava erupted into the sky, forever changing the landscape and the lives of the people who lived here. A thousand years later, trees and flowers grow among the rocks, and people visit the lava flow to see and remember the most recent volcanic eruption in Arizona.
Park report
Fee: Entrance - Private Vehicle
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$25
Fee: Entrance - Motorcycle
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$20
Fee: Entrance - Per Person
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$15
Current Alerts
How this is rated
Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available9 activities
Park Name
InfoSunset Crater Volcano National Monument
Designation
InfoNational Monument
State(s)
InfoAZ
Phone
Info928-526-0502
flag_information@nps.gov
Pass: Annual Entrance - Park
Info$45
Operating Hours
InfoThe Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument is open every day. The visitor center is open daily from 9:00 am - 4:30 pm except on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. The roads and trails are open 24/7, with occasional closures for fire season or winter weather.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Sunset Crater Volcano Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoNight Sky, Astronomy, Scenic Views + 1 more
Weather Info
InfoBe prepared for variable and extreme weather conditions. Expect high winds any time of year. Summer temperatures are often above 95ºF (35ºC) and we have afternoon thunderstorms from July through Septe
Getting There
InfoFrom Flagstaff, travel north on US Highway 89; from Page and the east entrance of the Grand Canyon, travel south on Highway 89. Sunset Crater Volcano and Wupatki National Monuments are both on the loo
Location
Info35.3711° N, -111.5104° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website