About
Length1.8 mi
ShapeLoop
DifficultyEasy
Elevation gain242 ft up
Typical time1 hr 15 min
TrailheadTree Molds Parking Area
ParkingFrom the visitor center, follow the Loop Road for about 3.5 miles. Turn right at the Tree Molds sign, and follow the road for another mile to the Tree Molds parking area. This area serves the Tree Molds Trail, Broken Top Loop, and the Wilderness Trail. Broken Top Loop follows the sidewalk on edge of the parking lot for the first 100 yards. RV parking, vault toilets, and a bicycle rack are available.
DogsNot allowed
AccessibilityTRAIL LENGTH: 1.8 miles (3 km) loop CUMULATIVE ELEVATION CHANGE: Gain 242 ft (74 m), loss 197 ft (60 m) TYPICAL GRADE: 3 deg (4.8%) 23% of trail is from 4.5 deg to 32 deg (8% to 62%) Standard wheelchair ramp is 4.5 deg (8%) TYPICAL CROSS SLOPE: 1 deg (2.3%) 12% of trail is from 4.5 deg to 16 deg (8% to 29%) TYPICAL TREAD WIDTH: 49 in (124 cm)<br /...

Trail Length: 1.8 mi (3 km) Loop Elevation gain: 242 ft (74 m) The Broken Top Loop Trail is one of the most outstanding trails within Craters of the Moon. You can observe nearly every type of volcanic feature characteristic of the basaltic eruptions that created this unearthly landscape. This trail also provides access to the Wilderness Trail. The Broken Top Loop Hiking Guide lets you learn about this amazing area on your hike and is available at the trailhead or from the visitor center bookstore managed by the Craters of the Moon Natural History Association.

Tips
Pets are not allowed on any trails or in caves. Lava rocks are rough and jagged. The surface of the dark rocks can reach 150 degF (65 degC) or more in the summer and quickly burns paws. Pets should never be left unattended in vehicles or the campground. Parking areas do not have shade and air temperaturescan exceed 90 degF (32 degC) in the middle of summer.
Location

Tree Molds Parking Area

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