Spatter Cones, North by Livingston Douglas

Elevation: 6,050 ft
Prominence: 20

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This peak is not in the book. Published November 2023


Snow Cone (6,050 feet), Spatter Cones North (6,050 feet), and Spatter Cones South (6,050 feet) are all accessible from the Spatter Cones Trailhead in Craters of the Moon National Monument. Scrambling to the top of any of these peaks is strictly prohibited (by signage) to protect the fragile terrain. USGS Inferno Cone

The rocky Spatter Cones North (right) and Spatter Cones South (left). Livingston Douglas Photo

Access

From US-20 about 18 miles west of Arco, turn left/south into the main entrance for Craters of the Moon National Monument. Follow the loop road and then a short side road to the Spatter Cones Trailhead parking area.

Route

A paved hiking path quickly leads to the rocky summit area. A metal rail (and signage) prohibits climbing to the top of the rocky outcrop.

Additional Resources

Mountain Range: Snake River Plain

Longitude: -113.5574   Latitude: 43.4411

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