A VOLCANO touted as the smallest in the world has been discovered – and it’s shorter than a set of cricket stumps. Mysterious ...

Volcanoes are nature’s ultimate destructive force. ... and when the lava is too thick to run over the top, it can create what geologists like Dr. Pat Abbott call a plug dome volcano.

The Lava Dome’s collection of volcanic rocks and artifacts is as impressive as it is informative. One highlight for me was the “Lava Bomb.” ...

Volcanoes are Earth’s geologic architects. They’ve created more than 80 percent of our planet’s surface, laying the foundation that has allowed life to thrive. Their explosive force crafts ...

Spanning over 100 acres with 4 miles of hiking and biking trails, Lake Calavera Preserve is one of San Diego's best-kept secrets, featuring a fascinating volcanic history you may not have known ...

An extinct volcano is lying hidden in Carlsbad's Calavera Nature Preserve in north San Diego County. Welcome to Mount Calavera!