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Things to Do in Lassen Volcanic National Park
Lassen Volcanic National Park is home to crystalline lake, meadows, hydrothermal activity, and all four types of volcanoesshield, composite, cinder cone, and plug dome. Explore this volcanic wonderland in the Shasta Cascade region of California.
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Explore Manzanita Lake in the heart of the park
Shasta County, CA
At Manzanita Lake you'll find the largest campground in the park which even has a museum. Here you can enjoy swimming, fishing, kayaking, or paddle-boarding. You can also see a great view of 10,457-foot Lassen Peak.
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Hike through Lassen's largest hydrothermal area, Bumpass Hell
Mineral, CA
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The popular Bumpass Hell Trail is three miles round-trip and welcoming to hikers of all ages. Here you'll see close-up views of boiling mud pots and vivid turquoise pools. You'll also get great views of Lassen Peak and Brokeoff Volcano along the way. Click the website link to learn more about this hike.
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Stop at Sulphur Works, Lassen's most accessible hydrothermal area
Shasta County, CA
Get a good glimpse of roaring steam vents and volcanic gas vents known as fumaroles from the parking area at Sulphur Works. Learn more about Sulphur Works and other hydrothermal areas in Lassen National Park by clicking the website link.
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Hike to the tallest waterfall in the park, Mill Creek Falls 🌊
Tehama County, CA
Mill Creek Falls is a 3.8-mile round-trip hike that passes through a huge field of mule ears, a bright yellow flower that blooms in July. At 75 feet, Mill Creek is the park’s highest waterfall. The trail begins at Southwest campground. Learn more by clicking the website link.
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Go stargazing & experience Lassen after dark! ✨
When the sun goes down, Lassen gets very dark. It is one of the best places in California to truly see the night sky, and park rangers lead occasional astronomy programs during the summer. For more information about stargazing at Lassen Volcanic National Park, click the website link.
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Hike to the mesmerizing Kings Creek Falls
Shasta County, CA
Kings Creek Falls hike is a 2.4-mile round-trip. The trail leads through a verdant meadow, then continues down a rocky staircase alongside Kings Creek to a boisterous 50-foot cataract tucked into a shady canyon.
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Hike to the top of Lassen Peak
Shasta County, CA
Lassen Peak most recently erupted in May 1914 and is now dormant. This overlook gives you fantastic vistas of the park's dense woods and sparkling lakes. Round trip distance is 5 miles with a steep 2,000-foot elevation gain.
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Escape to your cozy cabin at Lassen's Historic Guest Ranch
14423 Chester Warner Valley Rd
Chester, CA
Drakesbad Guest Ranch offers rustic lodge rooms and cabins during the summer season. Saddle up for guided horseback rides or fly-fish for native rainbow trout. For availability and more information, click the website link.