Amboy Crater is a well-known volcanic feature in the Mojave Desert, formed by a volcanic eruption thousands of years ago.

Amboy Crater is a prominent volcanic feature in the Mojave Desert, located along historic Route 66 in California. This volcanic cinder cone is about 6,000 years old and stands as a striking reminder of the region's volcanic past. The crater's steep slopes and blackened basaltic rock make it a recognizable landmark in the desert. Unlike Mount Vesuvius and Mount St. Helens, which are located in Europe and the Pacific Northwest, respectively, Amboy Crater is unique to the Mojave Desert’s volcanic history. Black Mountain is a prominent peak, but it is not volcanic in origin.