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Newberry National
Volcanic Monument
In November of 1990, Newberry National Volcanic Monument was created
within the boundaries of Deschutes National Forest. Managed by the
U.S. Forest Service, this monument provides a unique opportunity to
view the Lava Lands of central Oregon.
Newberry National Volcanic National Monument includes 50,000+ acres
of lakes, lava flows, and spectacular geologic features in central
Oregon. The highest point within the Monument is the summit Paulina
Peak (7,985 ft.), showcasing views of the Oregon Cascades and across
the High Desert. The summit area of Newberry Volcano holds two
sparkling alpine lakes full of trout and salmon. |
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Aerial
view of Big Obsidian Flow from the south. Paulina Lake
(left) and East Lake (right) in distance. Located in
Newberry Caldera about 24 miles south of Bend. Bend/Fort
Rock Ranger District -Deschutes National Forest |
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View from upper
viewpoint on Big Obsidian Flow Trail across
Paulina Lake. Mt. Bachelor and South Sister
in distance.
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Newberry is both seismically and geothermally active. Geologists believe
the caldera sits over a shallow magma body only 2
to 5 kilometers deep. Visitors see numerous cinder
cones (over 400 throughout the area), miles of
basalt flows, as well as rhyolite flows of
obsidian.
Beginning April 24, 2004 there will be a Monument
Entry Fee which will include all activities and
locations within the Monument. All valid
Recreation Passes will be honored or a special
Newberry National Volcanic Monument Pass (good for
3 consecutive days) can be purchased at Lava
Lands, Lava River Cave, or at the Newberry Crater
Entry Station. |
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Located in Newberry Caldera about 24
miles south of Bend. Bend/Fort Rock Ranger District -Deschutes
National Forest.
1645 Hwy. 20 E Bend, OR 97701 (541) 383-5300 |
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Nearby Lodging - Bend, Sisters, Sun River, Redmond, Prineville, Oregon
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