Santa Clara Volcano

Santa Clara Volcano

Santa Clara Volcano is a volcanic field and lava flow in the Diamond Valley in Washington County, Utah, United States. The most prominent features are two cinder cones that rise above Snow Canyon State Park. The southern cinder cone and most of the north cinder cone is within the boundaries of Snow Canyon State Park. The city of St. George, Utah is located in a volcanic field. The date of the last eruption is unknown.

Details

Age
1,400,000 yrs
Type
Volcanic field and cinder cones
Geology
Trachybasalt / Tephrite Basanite
Location
Washington County, UtahUnited States
Elevation
4843+ ft (1476+ m)
Map Relief
yes
Elevation M
4843
Easiest Route
Hike
Last Eruption
27,000 years ago