RV rental Lava Beds National Monument, CA: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more

A region so rich in both biodiversity and history has a variety of activities to offer both day visitors and those camping at Lava Beds National Park. The highlights are unique to the area. Nowhere else in the world will you find this kind of combination between geological wonders and awe-inspiring history. Thrillseekers keen to do some caving will find plenty of opportunities here. From the visitors' center, you'll follow a two-mile road known as Cave Loop. This will lead you to the developed caves. Developed caves have ladders, stairways, or other means for easy entry into the cave. A must-see is Mushpot Cave, the only lighted cave of the park's 20 caves. Each cave is categorized according to the difficulty of the most technical part of the cave. The least challenging caves require you to bring a flashlight, good walking shoes, and head protection. The moderately challenging caves have uneven floors and low, stooped roofs. The challenging caves require full protective gear. If you'd prefer to stay above ground, the park contains 13 hiking routes, each as magnificent as the next. The most popular ones tend to be the shorter trails because they lead to the park's geological and historical highlights. The park recommends you keep water on you at all times in this vast wilderness, and keep an eye open for backcountry dangers, like rattlesnakes. The most popular walks include Heppe Cave Trail, Captain Jack’s Stronghold Trail, Gillem Bluff Trail, and Schonchin Butte Trail. All trails are under a mile long. While all of the park’s caves are accessible by the general public (provided they have the necessary equipment), some might prefer to take a guided tour. The tours provide insight into the area's history and geology. The highlights include the seasonal Crystal Caves Tour in the winter and spring. This tour is only suitable for adventurers 12 years and older, as it's a strenuous three-hour walk.