Craters of the Moonwildflowers
Out of season: the next wildflowers season is in 2027.
Right now in Craters of the Moon · September
- Wildflowers · Apr–Sep
- Loop Road open · Apr–Nov
246days to the next wildflowers seasonusually Jun 1–30
Next 7 days
No frost, strong wind or heavy rain in the forecast.
National Weather Service forecast, issued Mon 7:31 AM (Eastern). Frost: a low of 36°F or less; wind: 20 mph or more; rain: 60% chance or more.
Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve through the year
- Loop Road openNowApr–Nov
- WildflowersNowApr–Sep
- Busiest monthsJul–Aug
- Winter: ski track on the Loop RoadNov–Mar
Best spots around Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve
- Cinder gardensThe first plants on the cinder cones put on spectacular spring wildflower displays
- Cinder flatsDwarf monkeyflowers every year in early summer
- Loop Road7 miles past trails, caves and overlooks; watch for blooms as you drive
How we know
National Weather Service forecast and alerts (opens in a new tab) (Sep 28) · National Park Service, Craters of the Moon wildflowers (opens in a new tab) (Sep 27) · National Park Service, Craters of the Moon basic information (opens in a new tab) (Sep 27) · National Park Service, Craters of the Moon plants (opens in a new tab) (Sep 27) · National Park Service, Blooming now at Craters of the Moon (opens in a new tab) (Sep 27)
Questions people ask
When is peak wildflowers in Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve in 2027?
There's no forecast yet. In a typical year it peaks Jun 1–30. We add the forecast as soon as one is published.
Is it blooming in Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve right now?
Not now: the wildflowers season is over for this year. The next one starts in about 246 days (usually Jun 1–30).
When is peak bloom?
In June: the park's wildflower page says early to mid-June, its visit page mid- to late June. The season runs from wild onion in late April to the last yellow rabbitbrush in September.Sources: National Park Service, Craters of the Moon wildflowers ↗ (opens in a new tab), National Park Service, Craters of the Moon basic information ↗ (opens in a new tab)
When is the Loop Road open?
Usually from mid-April to mid-November, though snowstorms in April and May can close it for a while.Source: National Park Service, Craters of the Moon basic information ↗ (opens in a new tab)
How hot does it get in summer?
Daytime highs usually top 80°F, and dark lava can reach 170°F: plan hikes for the morning.Source: National Park Service, Craters of the Moon basic information ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Can I pick the flowers?
No: leave plants and flowers where you find them, and check where off-trail walking is allowed.Source: National Park Service, Craters of the Moon wildflowers ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Where are the best spots in Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve?
Cinder gardens: the first plants on the cinder cones put on spectacular spring wildflower displays; Cinder flats: dwarf monkeyflowers every year in early summer; Loop Road: 7 miles past trails, caves and overlooks; watch for blooms as you drive.
What is Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve like through the year?
Wildflowers (Apr–Sep), Loop Road open (Apr–Nov), Busiest months (Jul–Aug) and Winter: ski track on the Loop Road (Nov–Mar).