Some pics I took at Capulin Volcano Nat'l Monumenthttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capulin_Volcano
This is a view of the central crater from the parking area
A view of the surrounding volcanic field from the trail on the crater rim
These lichen produce an acid that breaks down the rock into fertile volcanic soil.
Another view of the surrounding landscape.The faint ripples in the ground are from the lava that cooled when the volcano erupted about 60K years ago.
An example of the abundant plant life that thrives in the rich soil
This is a view from part way up the crater rim trail overlooking the parking area and surrounding landscape.
Awesome picsI like>>274807and>>274813in particular
Nice photos. Thanks for sharing.