description Lava Column Cave Overview
Lava Column Cave is a lava tube in El Malpais National Monument in New Mexico, United States. It is distinguished by basalt columns formed as lava cooled and contracted, producing a visibly jointed interior. The cave is of interest to visitors and geologists because it combines the passage of a former lava flow with exposed volcanic structures rather than presenting a simple, smooth tunnel.
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Lava Column Cave scores 6.60/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Lava Tube category.
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