Black Volcano is one of several volcanic features located in the Petroglyph National Monument. Black Volcano is a small, relatively young cinder cone that formed between 2,000 and 5,000 years ago, and it rises to a height of approximately 200 feet (60.96 meters) above the surrounding landscape. During your tour of the monument, you can embark on a hike to the top of Black Volcano for panoramic views of the surrounding area, including the city of Albuquerque and the Sandia Mountains.