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1. Lava Beds National Monument ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Pisgah Lava Tubes ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Subway Cave

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4. The Lava Tube at Mojave National Preserve

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5. Important Information and Tips for Lava Tube Exploration in California

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • If you’re looking to do some lava tube exploration in the Golden State, there are a lot of options available to you.
  • Formed by volcanic activity thousands of years ago, a huge network of caves and lava tubes stretch out beneath the ground.
  • There are plenty of lava tubes to explore all around California, with each one offering its own unique, winding passageways and rock formations.
  • Exploring lava tubes can be a lot of fun with friends and family, or even as a solo adventurer, and California is one of the best states for this kind of activity.

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