US National Monument: Newberry National Volcanic Monument - Oregon (1990)

The Newberry National Volcanic Monument is located in Deschutes County, Oregon, and was established in 1990 by Presidential Proclamation.

It encompasses more than 54,000 acres of scenic lakes, lava flows, and spectacular geologic features.

Visitors can enjoy the beauty of the Monument's lava fields, forests and lakes, and take in the surrounding views of the Cascade Mountains.

The Monument is home to a variety of wildlife, including elk, beaver, deer, and bald eagles.

Popular activities include camping, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking.

The Monument is home to several volcanic features, including Paulina Lake and East Lake, both of which are the remains of an ancient caldera that was formed by volcanic eruptions.

The Lava Cast Forest is a unique geologic feature that was created when lava flowed over a stand of ancient trees, preserving their shapes in the hardened lava.

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