Lava River Cave is located almost 20 miles northwest of downtown Flagstaff off of U.S. Route 180. Visiting is free. Although the cave is open year-round, roads may close in winter, particularly in ...

The family lost sight of Tzion Maron at about 6:15 p.m. Aug. 21 at Lava River Cave near Flagstaff, the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release. The family told authorities they ...

The cave is about 42 degrees, even in the summer, officials said. It’s dark and cold, and the rocks can be slippery and sharp ...