These Little Known Caves In Utah Are Perfect For An Afternoon Adventure
Thousands of years ago, a volcano near what is now Fillmore erupted, spewing lava for miles. The resulting lava flow is still left on Utah’s landscape today. You can see lava fields, craters and tubes (caves). This spot is a pretty interesting place to explore. Take a look:

You can tell that this area is pretty vast.

To get here, drive five miles south of Fillmore to exit 158, marked "Meadow." Turn west at the sign that says, "White Mountain" and drive about three miles until you see the lava field.
The dirt road can be bumpy and difficult to traverse in bad weather; in good weather a two-wheel drive vehicle usually has no trouble.
The dirt road can be bumpy and difficult to traverse in bad weather; in good weather a two-wheel drive vehicle usually has no trouble.
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Bring a flashlight or headlamp so you can thoroughly explore.

Bats call some of these caves home, so you might be lucky enough to see a few during your exploration.


Some of the tubes burrow underground for miles; others are quite small.
Take care while exploring, and never go by yourself on this kind of journey. Some of the lava is loose and might be unstable. Always make sure that you're equipped for emergencies.
Take care while exploring, and never go by yourself on this kind of journey. Some of the lava is loose and might be unstable. Always make sure that you're equipped for emergencies.

There's so much to explore!
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Wear long pants and shoes with good traction. A walking stick might help you keep your balance on the uneven lava. While this can be a fun adventure for small children, keep a close eye on them - a fall here could be really dangerous.
To see more of the lava tubes, check out this video posted by TouringUtah on YouTube.com:
Have you ever visited the lava tubes near Fillmore? Tell us all about it!
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