Length: 1.47 mi
Est. time: 30m
Gain: 87 ft
Loss: 69 ft
Max elev: 7,134 ft
Elevation profile
+87 ft gain · −69 ft loss — an estimate from a DEM.
Trailhead parking (Place)
Traverse the Lava Falls Trail
⏱ <p>Take as much time as you need to explore this fascinating area! The drive time to the Lava Falls Trailhead from I-40 is about 50 minutes. </p>
🗓 winter, spring, summer, fall
Plan smart, verify on site
Length, elevation, and difficulty are estimates derived from open data (NPS Public Trails GIS, medium confidence) — not a safety guarantee. Conditions change; check current closures, weather, and water, and carry the essentials. Always defer to NPS.gov and park rangers.