Sentinel Cave connects all the way through from the upper entrance to a lower entrance. The main path through the cave is among the least challenging in the Lava Beds National Monument.

Check in with rangers at the Visitor Center for a free permit before entering any of the caves in the park, and always follow their rules for caving safely and softly.

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Sentinel Cave Loop

912m

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Explore the easy 0.6-mile Sentinel Cave Loop hiking trail in Lava Beds National Monument, venturing into a unique, dark lava tube.

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Cave Loop Trail

4.90km

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Explore the easy 3.0-mile Cave Loop Trail in Lava Beds National Monument, featuring unique cave highlights like Hopkins Chocolate Cave.

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Elevation 1,480 m

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Location: Siskiyou County, California, United States

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