Lassen Volcanic

Lassen Volcanic National Park is a protected area located in the Cascade Range of northeastern California. The park is known for its volcanic landscape, which includes a number of active and dormant volcanoes, as well as hot springs, geysers, and mud pots. It is home to a variety of plant and animal life, including mountain lions, black bears, and over 200 species of birds.

There are a number of popular hiking trails in the park, including the Lassen Peak Trail, which takes visitors to the top of Lassen Peak, the highest point in the park, and the Bumpass Hell Trail, which takes visitors to a geothermal area with steam vents, boiling pools, and bubbling mud pots. The park is also popular with backcountry hikers and campers, who come from all over the world to explore its rugged and remote wilderness.

In addition to its natural beauty, Lassen Volcanic National Park is also home to a number of cultural and historical sites, including the Lassen Peak Museum, which features exhibits on the park's geology and natural history, and the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center, which offers a number of educational exhibits and ranger-led programs for visitors.

Visitor Information
Open All day, every day.
If traveling in the winter months, please verify that your location is open.  Some closures happen due to snow.

Weather & Clothing
Weather changes with the seasons.  In the summer months, you can expect it to be warm, with averages in the mid 80s.  In the winter months, it can get chilly with an average temp in the 40s, with possibilities in the 30s.  Come prepared for your season and be ready for changes throughout the day.

Activities

Hiking
Backpacking