Deschutes National Forest Newberry National Volcanic Monument U.S. Forest Service U.S. Department of Agriculture Summer/Fall 2015 Volcanic VistasVisitor2016 Guide Look Inside! EBRATIN EL G 2… Camping, Lodging, Food Volcanic Wonders… C 3… Activities 4… Hiking Trails Yours to Discover! 5… Monument Map Visiting Newberry National Volcanic Monument allows you to explore Newberry Volcano, YEARS 6… Could It Erupt Again? the largest volcano in the Cascade Range. There are extraordinary Volcanic Wonders within the 7… Caves, Bats, & Bears! Monument, making it a great place to learn about Central Oregon’s fiery past. Newberry’s erup- 8… Support Your Monument! tive history began 400,000 years ago and has created massive lava flows covering 1,200 square miles, producing lava tubes, and over 400 cinder cones and volcanic vents during it’s active periods. The last eruption—just 1,300 years ago—formed the youngest lava flow in Oregon. Newberry’s rich cultural history offers many ways for you to connect with those who came before. From the native communities who first crossed this land to the early European and American explorers, from the grassroots led Monument creators to casual visitors today, peo- ple have marveled at this rugged landscape for thousands of years. The Volcanic Wonders of Newberry National Volcanic Monument offer boundless opportunities for exploration and recreation… yours to discover! Lava Butte rises 500 feet above its Forest Service leadership unveils Newberry’s new sign 9 square-mile lava flow. It erupted 7,000 at the Monument dedication in 1991. years ago and is one of Newberry’s Welcome! many cinder cones. (see page 6) As we close our 25th anniversary Lava Cast Forest formed when celebration at Newberry National photo: Heidi Walker a lava flow overtook an old-growth Lava Butte Volcanic Monument, I look forward forest and cooled to form casts of the to the future of this amazing place. From trees that once stood there. the grassroots beginnings to protect Newberry to your visit today, the Monument is a part of a larger story Lava River Cave is a mile-long Lava Cast Forest photo: K. Sperl spanning decades of passionate appre- lava tube formed from one of Newberry ciation, collaboration, and enjoyment. Volcano’s massive eruptions about 80,000 years ago. (see page 7) The Forest Service is dedicated to en- Lava River Cave photo: Heidi Walker riching your exploration of Newberry National Volcanic Monument, home to Newberry Caldera contains the the widest variety of volcanic features crystal-clear East Lake and Paulina found in the U.S. Thank you for visiting Lake, several lava flows, and lots of and protecting your treasured public opportunity for adventure. Newberry Caldera photo: US Forest Service lands on the Deschutes National Forest. Big Obsidian Flow formed just 1,300 years ago making it Oregon’s Big Obsidian Flow Rensch C. photo: Scott McBride youngest lava flow. Monument Manager Paulina Peak crowns Newberry Caldera at its highest point of 7,984 ft. Paulina Peak photo: McNally C.. Use the QR code to get Paulina Falls spills over the lowest the NNVM point of Newberry Caldera, plummet- Volcanic ing 80 ft. in a twin waterfall. Paulina Falls photo: Heidi Walker Wonders Mobile App! Call the MONUMENT HOTLINE (541) 383-5700 for up-to-date information Monument Profile Newberry National Volcanic Monument encompasses 54,822 acres within the Deschutes National Forest. This tract of land was included in the National Forest System for nearly a century before being designated as a National Monument in 1990 by President George H. W. Bush. photo: Tom Iraci - Mountain Images photo: K. Sperl photo: G. Frey photo: J. Snavely photo: S. McBride photo: A. Jewell photo: J. Elliott Exhibits Additional accommodations and a variety • Climb almost 14 miles on asphalt up There is a 10 mph speed limit for all National Monuments enjoy similar Monument News of restaurants are located in the nearby Paulina Lake Road (Road 21) from boats. Help protect these pristine lakes protections as National Parks but they Facilities Located in Lava Lands Visitor Center, communities of Sunriver and La Pine. Ser- Activities Highway 97. Recover on the shore of from aquatic invaders. Stop aquatic hitch- are not the same. A Monument can Lava River Cave Goes Solar the Chitwood Exhibit Hall interpretive vices, a major hospital, and many lodging Paulina Lake at an elevation of 6,331 hikers by cleaning, draining and drying be established by Executive Order & Services displays feature geology, ecology, and and dining options are also available in Hiking feet. Then enjoy gravity’s pull all the your boat and all equipment. while a National Park must be con- New higher capacity solar panels will cultural history along with information on Bend to the north of the Monument. way back down! gressionally designated. Another dif- Over 110 miles of summer trails and be installed to supply more power at the eruptive history of Newberry Volcano. ference is that a National Monument 130 miles of winter trails can be • Cyclists of any age or ability will en- Fishing Lava River Cave. This remote site relies Visitor Centers A large 3-D topographic map provides can be managed by any the following Camping explored within and extending from the joy the Sun-Lava paved path. Wind The first trout were stocked in East Lake on the sun to power everything from Two visitor centers on the Monument are an excellent overview of the Monument. federal agencies – the National Park Campgrounds are located in Newberry Monument. Trails vary widely in difficulty your way through the forest from in 1912. Since then, both East and Paulina the cash register to the lights. A recent both staffed by Rangers ready to answer The volcanic history continues in colorful Service, Bureau of Land Manage- Caldera along Paulina Lake Road (FS from short walks on paved paths to long Lava Lands Visitor Center to the Lake have become known as some of the your questions and provide information interpretive panels along the Trail of the ment, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, conversion from propane lanterns to Road 21) at the southern end of the hikes on steep terrain. Use the table Deschutes River at the Benham Falls best fishing in the State of Oregon. Rain- to enhance the quality of your visit. Each Molten Land behind the Visitor Center. or the U.S. Forest Service. Newberry rechargeable LED flashlights requires Monument. Please see the table below on page 4 to find a trail that suits your East Trailhead. Go for a short side bow, Kokanee, brown trout, and chub are visitor center has interpretive displays and New interpretive displays will be installed National Volcanic Monument is one more power for charging. These re- for details. Campgrounds are managed interests and abilities. Many spectacular trip to see Benham Falls (not paved). lurking in the lakes. a Discover Your Forest store that sells at Sun-Lava Trailhead and on the path of the few Monuments managed by chargeable lights create less waste and operated by Hoodoo Recreation, sights can be seen from these trails! maps, books, and gifts. for the 2016 season. Lava Cast Forest Fishing licenses are required and can be than propane lanterns and are safer for contact them directly for reservations: the U.S. Forest Service. has panels along a 1-mile path. Inter- Be prepared before going for a hike to Wildlife Viewing purchased online or at either resort. All visitors. Rent a solar powered flashlight Lava Lands Visitor Center protect yourself and the Monument. pretive panels along the Big Obsidian Information (M-F): 541-338-7869 Newberry Caldera is an Oregon State Oregon State Fishing Regulations apply. Newberry National Volcanic Monu- at Lava River Cave today! Bring water, especially on hot days. There May 1 – May 23: Open Thu—Mon Flow trail explain the significance of Reservations (Daily): 877-444-6777 Wildlife Refuge in addition to being a Pick up a copy of the 2015 regulations ment was established to preserve and 10:00 am to 4:00 pm is not much shade on the lava flows. or read them online to learn about daily the black volcanic glass. You can learn www.hoodoorecreation.com National Monument. Many animals live protect the extraordinary volcanic Learn More on the Trail! Dress appropriately for the conditions, May 26 – September 5: Open Daily about disappearance of Whitebark Pine on the Monument but they can be dif- catch limits and advisories. landforms as well as the natural and Sun Lava paved path, Paulina Peak including proper footwear. Stay on the 9:00 am to 5:00 pm trees on Paulina Peak, and displays at Camp only in designated camp- ficult to see. The most common wildlife cultural resources that exist within Trail, and Lava Cast Forest will have Paulina Visitor Center show human grounds within Newberry Caldera. trails for your own safety and to protect its boundaries. It also provides out- Sept. 6 – Sept. 30: Open Daily sightings are golden-mantled ground Swimming new interpretive panels for the 2016 history on the Monument. Dispersed camping is allowed outside of important habitat and fragile vegetation. standing opportunities for recreation, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm squirrels, yellow pine chipmunks and Many visitors enjoy swimming and wad- season providing deeper insight into Know the leash laws and where pets can Newberry Caldera in some locations. Stop mule deer. Patient observers may see ing in East and Paulina Lakes to cool off. scientific research, and education. Oct. 1 – Oct. 30: Open Weekends or cannot go. Review the Leave No Trace the Monument’s volcanic wonders! by one of the Visitor Centers for detailed coyote, black bear, pika, pine martens, Look for signs posted about warnings.