Ubehebe Crater is evidence of the volcanic history of Death Valley. 3,000-5,000 years ago this crater was made when hot magma came into contact with water. The resulting steam explosion blew a hole in the ground about 600 feet deep and half a mile across. Walking around the rim to the west you will come to Little Hebe crater, which was smaller, but perhaps younger, than Ubehebe. Throughout the area you can see the cinders from the explosion and imagine what it must have sounded like. A paved road leads up to Ubehebe Crater, which can be viewed, from the parking lot. It is different from other craters such as Lake Tahoe or Crater National Park - There is no water in the crater !! Therefore, no lake !!!