About Lubuk Raya
Lubuk Raya is a stratovolcano rising to 1,862 meters (6,109 feet) in Indonesia's Sunda-Banda Volcanic Regions. No historical eruptions have been recorded, though the volcano is classified based on geological evidence of past activity.
Geography & Climate
Lubuk Raya is located in Indonesia, within the Sunda Volcanic Arc of the broader Sunda-Banda Volcanic Regions. Situated at 1.48° N, 99.21° E in the Northern Hemisphere, the volcano lies within a tropical climate zone. With a summit elevation of 1,862 meters above sea level, Lubuk Raya is a moderately sized peak that remains accessible to hikers and researchers for much of the year. The volcanic landform is characterized as a composite, which describes the physical shape and structure of the volcanic edifice as observed from the surface.
GVP Reference Summary
Lubuk Raya is an andesitic stratovolcano of latest Pleistocene to possibly Holocene age with a broad crater breached to the S and a prominent lava dome at the southern foot. (Aspden et al., 1982).
— Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program
0 Recorded Eruptions
No eruption records available for Lubuk Raya.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lubuk Raya
Is Lubuk Raya an active volcano?+
Lubuk Raya is not currently classified as active. Its activity evidence is listed as "unknown." No recorded eruptions have been documented. However, no volcano is ever considered permanently extinct.
How high is Lubuk Raya?+
Lubuk Raya has a summit elevation of 1,862 meters (6,109 feet) above sea level. At 1,862 meters, it is a moderately sized volcanic peak, roughly comparable to Mount Vesuvius (1,281m).
What type of volcano is Lubuk Raya?+
Lubuk Raya is classified as a Stratovolcano. Stratovolcanoes (also called composite volcanoes) are steep, conical volcanoes built up by many layers of hardened lava, tephra, and volcanic ash. They are among the most common and dangerous types, known for explosive eruptions.
Where is Lubuk Raya located?+
Lubuk Raya is located in Indonesia, in the Sunda-Banda Volcanic Regions. More specifically, it lies within the Sunda Volcanic Arc. Its exact coordinates are 1.478° latitude, 99.209° longitude.
Is it safe to visit Lubuk Raya?+
Lubuk Raya can generally be visited, but as with any volcano, visitors should check local conditions and any advisory notices before traveling. Indonesia may have specific regulations for accessing volcanic areas. Guided tours are often the safest and most informative way to experience a volcano.
