Hikes in Idaho

Well over half of the state of Idaho is federally owned. Within the state’s patchwork of national forests, monuments, and other public lands, there is an extensive amount of hiking trails and campgrounds. Borah Peak is the highest point in Idaho at 12,662 feet. Currently hikespeak.com has only traveled to Craters of the Moon National Monument, but just like Lewis and Clark we look forward to exploring more of the gem state!

Here are two hikes in Craters of the Moon National Monument, a very small sample of Idaho’s hiking offerings.

Lava Cave Craters of the MoonCaves Trail
This 1.6-mile hike travels above and below the surface, exploring lava tubes in the Great Rift Lava Flow.
Inferno Cone Craters of the MoonInferno Cone Trail
This half-mile hike summits a cinder cone at the center of the scenic loop drive in Craters of the Moon.

 

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Inferno Cone Trail
in Craters of the Moon National Monument

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Inferno Cone Trail in Craters of the Moon National Monument
Inferno Cone Trail is a short but steep path up the cinder cone at the center of the scenic loop drive in Crater of the Moon National Monument. This 6,181-foot summit provides a panoramic view of the surrounding volcanic landscape. Inferno Cone Trail is just half a mile round trip with 160 feet of elevation gain. The killer overview of Craters of the Moon is well worth the effort. ...Read more.
Tagged with · Cinder Cones · Lava · Summits
Distance: 0.5 miles · Elevation change: 160 feet
By: Seth Smigelski Published: November 21, 2011 Last updated: April 6, 2026
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Caves Trail
in Craters of the Moon National Monument

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Caves Trail in Craters of the Moon National Monument
One of the coolest things to do anywhere there are lava flows is hike through lava tubes. This makes Caves Trail the most exciting hike in Craters of the Moon National Monument. The 1.6-mile hike visits four lava tubes, that each provide a unique experience. A sign at the trailhead explains: The Craters of the Moon landscape is more than just surface volcanic features. ...Read more.
Tagged with · Caves · Lava · Lava Tubes
Distance: 1.6 miles · Elevation change: 75 feet
By: Seth Smigelski Published: November 20, 2011 Last updated: April 9, 2026
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Lava Flow Campground
in Craters of the Moon National Monument

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Lava Flow Campground in Craters of the Moon National Monument
If you are planning to stay overnight at Craters of the Moon National Monument, you are in luck. A 51-site campground is located near the park entrance. Accommodations are scarce around Craters of the Moon, so it's a good thing the campground is there. If your flashlight runs out of batteries, you'll have to drive 18 miles to the small town of Arco to pick up supplies. ...Read more.
Tagged with · Arco · Lava · Tent Camping
By: Seth Smigelski Published: November 20, 2011 Last updated: October 8, 2024