About Bas Dong Nai
Bas Dong Nai is a volcanic field rising to 392 meters (1,286 feet) in Vietnam's Eastern Asia Volcanic Regions. No historical eruptions have been recorded, though the volcano is classified based on geological evidence of past activity.
Geography & Climate
Bas Dong Nai is located in Vietnam, within the Southeast Asia Volcanic Province of the broader Eastern Asia Volcanic Regions. Situated at 10.83° N, 107.28° E in the Northern Hemisphere, the volcano lies within a tropical climate zone. At just 392 meters above sea level, Bas Dong Nai is a relatively low-elevation volcanic feature. Despite its modest height, it remains an active geological formation with the same underlying magmatic processes as its taller counterparts. The volcanic landform is characterized as a cluster, which describes the physical shape and structure of the volcanic edifice as observed from the surface.
GVP Reference Summary
The Bas Dong Nai volcanic field, also known as the Xuan Loc Plateau volcanic field, is located in SE Vietnam, east of Ho Chi Minh city (Saigon).
— Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program
0 Recorded Eruptions
No eruption records available for Bas Dong Nai.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bas Dong Nai
Is Bas Dong Nai an active volcano?+
Bas Dong Nai 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 Bas Dong Nai?+
Bas Dong Nai has a summit elevation of 392 meters (1,286 feet) above sea level. At 392 meters, it is a relatively low-elevation volcano.
What type of volcano is Bas Dong Nai?+
Bas Dong Nai is classified as a Volcanic field. Volcanic fields consist of clusters of small volcanic vents and cinder cones spread across a region. Rather than a single central vent, eruptions can occur at many points across the field.
Where is Bas Dong Nai located?+
Bas Dong Nai is located in Vietnam, in the Eastern Asia Volcanic Regions. More specifically, it lies within the Southeast Asia Volcanic Province. Its exact coordinates are 10.833° latitude, 107.283° longitude.
Is it safe to visit Bas Dong Nai?+
Bas Dong Nai can generally be visited, but as with any volcano, visitors should check local conditions and any advisory notices before traveling. Vietnam may have specific regulations for accessing volcanic areas. Guided tours are often the safest and most informative way to experience a volcano.
