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Lava Beds National Monument

Tulelake, CA
Ranked #1 of 2 attractions in Tulelake
4.5 of 5 stars 33 Reviews
Type: Caverns/ Caves, Geologic Formations, Monuments/ Statues
Activities: Viewing wildlife
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Leeds, United Kingdom
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

I have been here twice now, and both time I was impressed by the tubes etc but also terrified, due to watching too many horror movies! My family enjoyed it so at least someone did, I wouldnt go back but I would reccomend seeing these extraordinary natural wonders to anyone. More

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Sacramento, California
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012
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Just got back from a fun weekend spent exploring caves at Lava Beds National Monument. The visitor center has great detailed maps with explanations for levels to each person can go at their own pace. I found that if we went into the challenging caves we just turned around and went back when it got to be too much for... More

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Klamath Falls, Oregon
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

You really have to like nature and history to enjoy this spot. We really enjoyed the drive and see the nature and wild life. The history was impressive. More

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Shasta Lake, California
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

This area is rich with history. In 1873, the Modoc Indians resisted US soldiers and tried to protect their ancestral way of life from the settlers around the region. Walk through the narrow trails, surrounded by rugged, rocky lava formation - "Jack's Stronghold". There are also caves to explore (Prior to caving, be sure and educate yourself about "White-Nose Syndrome",... More

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Corvallis, Oregon
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

Driving tour near Kalamath Lake and Klamath Vasin Wildlife Refuge. More

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South Beach, Oregon
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012
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This place is Amazing! My Sat Nav didn't even show it, but some locals pointed us in the right direction. At a few points it felt to me like we were lost(I have a terrible sense of direction), but once we arrived it was beyond words. The admission gate was closed, it is typically $10 per car. We drove up... More

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Klamath Falls
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012

Lots and lots of fun to go in the caves and walk the trails the Modoc indians did during the Modoc war with the calvary from Ft Klamath. More

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State of Jefferson
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53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2012

The new visitor center is nice and informative. We always enjoy exploring the caves and the historic landmarks. Winter is cold and summer can be hot, so be prepared- there's not too many concessions nearby. More

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Klamath Falls, OR
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012
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This is the place where the Modoc Indians' creation myth began and also where they successfully fought off US soldiers for months, being one of the most expensive historical wars on our continent. The Tule Lake internment camp is close by which housed thousands of Japanese-Americans during WWII. There is also a large bird refuge close by to visit as... More

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Southern Oregon
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

A great way to spend your day and a must see. Be sure to wear good walking shoes and take plenty of water as it gets quite hot in summer months and there isn't much around there. More

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