Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument

Road Closure: Sunset Crater Volcano September 21 through October 30

Beginning September 21, Forest Road 545 closed to all vehicle traffic starting near the intersection with Highway 89A to the Sunset Crater Volcano entrance kiosk for culvert work. Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument remains OPEN and accessible via Forest Road 545 through Wupatki National Monument. Plan for extra travel time—the drive between visitor centers is about 19 miles/30 minutes. The road is expected to reopen by the end of the day October 30. Weather delays may extend the estimated reopening.