SP Crater
SP Crater is an extinct volcanic cinder cone in northern Arizona, offering dramatic slopes and a moonscape of loose volcanic material—perfect for hiking and scenic views.
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Geography
| Address | SP Crater, Flagstaff, AZ 86001, USARoute 89a |
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| Continent | North America |
| Region | Intermountain West |
| Subregion | Northern Plateau |
| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| County | Coconino County |
| District | Walnut Canyon |
| City | Flagstaff |
| Neighborhood | NaN |
| Postal Code | 86001 |
| Timezone | AmericaPhoenix |
| Latitude | 35.333 |
| Longitude | -111.75 |
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7:13 PM LOCAL TIMESP Crater is a small but striking volcanic cinder cone located just north of _Flagstaff and south of the Arizona Snowbowl. Formed by pyroclastic eruptions during the late Pleistocene, the crater and its surrounding slopes are blanketed in dark volcanic cinders and tephra, giving a mars-like appearance. Because of its relatively easy access from _Route 89a and a short interpretive trail, it's a popular stop for visitors seeking a quick outdoor experience and panoramic views over the _Coconino Plateau and across northern _Arizona to the _San Francisco Peaks and beyond. The site is commonly used for hiking, photography, and learning about volcanic processes—note that permissions or permits may be required depending on the activity or scope of visitation.
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