Newberry Volcanic Monument – Phil Brogan Viewpoint loop from Lava Butte

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Oregon

Deschutes County

Newberry Volcanic Monument – Phil Brogan Viewpoint loop from Lava Butte

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Newberry Volcanic Monument – Phil Brogan Viewpoint loop from Lava Butte

00:33

2.04km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 1, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Deschutes National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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139 m

Newberry Volcanic Monument

Highlight • Volcano

Lava Lands is one part of the gigantic Newberry Volcanic Monument around the Newberry Caldera. There are some nice, short trails that take you deeper into the moonlike lava landscape and up to a cinder cone that is even accessible by car. On a busy day or weekend, you might have to reserve a time slot to get up to there. The Visitor Center has interesting information and maps for you.

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221 m

Trail of the Molten Land

Highlight • Trail

Over one mile, the Trail of the Molten Land invites you into the rough world of the eruptions around Lava Butte. There are lots of interesting information boards that show you the history and facts in a great visual way.

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1.09 km

Phil Brogan Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

The viewpoint is the highest point along the Trail of the Molten Land and offers a panoramic view over the massive lava flow and to the towering peaks of the volcanic cascades: Mount Bachelor, the Three Sisters and Broken Top.

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2.04 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.02 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.64 km

258 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Today

Wednesday 14 October

18°C

-1°C

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Comments

October 7, 2022,🇺🇸 Trail of the Molten Land – Newberry Volcanic Monument, Oregon 🌋

The Trail of the Molten Land is part of the gigantic Newberry Volcano, the largest shield volcano in the Cascade Range. A well-paved path meanders through the solidified lava, taking you to giant lava balls, petrified rivers, and viewpoints.

On the way you will always find lovingly designed information boards that make the history of the origins very clear. At …

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