"The volcanic landscapes here are praised as “out of this world,” making the area “an awesome place for hiking or stargazing.” In summer and fall (as conditions allow) visitors can go caving in two lava tube caves, and in winter the park’s nine-mile Loop Road is closed to cars but groomed for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines