Over 100 volcanic vents, cinder cones, and a pristine maar crater in central Nevada. NASA used Easy Chair Crater to train Apollo astronauts — the resemblance to the Moon's surface is striking.
Field facts
| Region | Nye County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 38.3841, -116.0689 |
| Type | Maar crater + cinder cones |
| Vents | 100+ |
| NASA | Apollo astronaut training |
| Trail | Short descent into crater |
| Access | Dirt road off US 6; high-clearance/4WD recommended |
| Fee | No fee (BLM) |
| Best season | Spring or fall (avoid extreme summer heat) |
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Nearby amenities
- Point of interestLunar Crater Backcountry Byway0.6 km away
- Point of interestBlack Rock Lava Flow11 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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