The Importance Of Lava Beds

The Lava Beds National Monument, I believe would be a great place for students to learn about nature. Located on the border of California and Oregon, the lonely road leads to something amazing. To something some may consider as California's "best kept secret."

The Lava Beds National Monument, is one of the most visited national monuments in America. It attracts only one hundred thirty thousand visitors each year but the "secret" underground caves and volcanic rock of the park is full of thrilling sights and history. In comparison to Yosemite National Park, Lava Beds is much smaller but only because it is a "secret" location. When you enter the forty seven acre park, you can see why Lava Beds was declared a national monument back in 1925 thanks to President Calvin Coolidge. …show more content…
There are so many different reasons the Lava Beds National Monument was created. The geological features of the Lava Beds are stunning. Tourists can investigate the underground lava tubes that look a lot like rocky water slides going down. The most thrill seeking tourists take guided tours which, they are able to climb cinder cones, hike along the grand trails, and learn about the natural volcanoes and high dessert in the northern part of