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Denis LeBlanc
The last turnoff to the Big Tubes parking area.
Denis LeBlanc
The trail is rough and extremely sharp in places. Not recommended for dogs.
Denis LeBlanc
Blooming claret cup cactus in the lava.
Denis LeBlanc
Lava crack.
Denis LeBlanc
Lava bridge.
Denis LeBlanc
Lava bridge.
Denis LeBlanc
Navigating the Big Tubes Trail.
Denis LeBlanc
Life clings to whatever foothold it can find in the lava.
Denis LeBlanc
Lava cave.
Denis LeBlanc
A massive lava trench.
Denis LeBlanc
Lava trench.
Denis LeBlanc
Lava cave.
Denis LeBlanc
Exploring a lava cave.
Denis LeBlanc
A few amenities at the trailhead.