WalkHidden gem
Amboy Crater
Amboy, California
A black cinder cone rising from the Mojave, with a short trail near Roy's.
- Cost
- Free
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
Amboy Crater is a dormant volcano in a lava field south of Route 66 near the ghost town of Amboy. A short trail leads to the rim. It is hot and exposed, so bring water.
Good to know
- Go early or late, there is no shade
- Carry plenty of water
- Best time
- Sunrise
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
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