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You can expect a stiff, cool breeze on the edge of
Ubehebe Crater, located in the northern section of the park. This crater
is a spectacular remnant of a violent volcanic explosion that occurred
some 3000 years ago.
The crater's bottom is 462 feet below the west rim,
reachable by a trail that starts at the parking lot. It's an easy five-minute hike down,
but you'll huff 'n puff climbing back up the loose cinder trail! Climb two steps
up and slide one step back down...all the way back up to the rim!
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