| Approx hike distance (miles): | 1.0 | Area: | Flagstaff |
| Accum. elevation gain (feet): | 50 | Park Entry Fee: | N/A |
| Low to high elevation gain: | N/A | SCAMR All Trails Map: | No |
| Recommended gas donation: | $10 | Website for reference info: | hikearizona.com/decoder.php?ZTN=524 |
| Unpaved miles: | 5 | Trailhead GPS Coordinates | N/A |
| Road Conditions: | Good | High clearance vehicle req’d: | No |
Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in |
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| Trail Conditions | |||
| Maintained Trail: | Yes | Uneven footing | Yes |
| Steep side drop-offs | No | Steep Trail: | No |
| Off Trial (scratchy) | No | Slippery Trail Surfaces: | No |
| Use of hands required: | No | Boulder Hopping: | No |
| Difficulty: | Easy | Water Crossings: | No |
| Restrooms at Trailhead: | Yes | Gloves Required: | No |
Special Instructions:
This is a short hike/spelunking trip in an underground lava tube. The temperature in the cave is usually quite cool with temperatures ranging from 32 to 40 degrees so wear warm clothes. Bring a headlamp and gloves. Bring plenty of water and a snack.
Directions:
We will meet at 1:00pm at the Hampton Inn/Fairfield Inn East parking lot 990 and 1000 N Country Club Drive as indicated at the coordinates above. The coordinates of the Lava River Cave are: 35.34233, -111.83633. Your hike leader will provide detailed directions when you meet-up.
