Lassen Volcanic National Park
Lassen Volcanic National Park is an explosive park; its central volcano, the plug-domed Lassen Peak, is one of two Lower 48 volcanoes to have erupted in the last century.
Hikes in Lassen Volcanic National Park show you the true magnitude of our once molten world. Our go-to is the Rainbow-Snag Lakes Loop, a veritable geology-101 for the hiking-inclined. Other trails in Lassen Volcanic National Park lead you alongside various volcanoes and geothermic features. Many hikers pass through this California park as they complete the Pacific Crest Trail.
Lassen Volcanic National Park: Bumpass Hell to Kings Creek Campground
Hit two alluring lakes while exploring a landscape carved by fire and chiseled by ice on this picturesque 9.2-mile out-and-back lined with plentiful wildflowers.
Lassen Volcanic National Park: Twin Lakes
Ramble 8 miles out-and-back along a chain of shimmering lakes and enjoy a refreshing midsummer swim beneath the park's centerpiece, Lassen Peak.
Pacific Crest Trail: CA Section 32
CA 36 to DRAKESBAD RESORT: Pick up some steam on this 17.4-mile segment through the puffing geysers and thermal lakes of Lassen Volcanic National Park.
Lassen Volcanic National Park: Rainbow-Snag Lakes Loop
Tour lava beds, painted dunes, and a dormant volcano on this 12-mile hike in Lassen Volcanic National Park.
Lassen Volcanic National Park: Lassen Peak Trail
Ascend 2,000 feet in 2.5 miles to tag this 10,457-foot volcano with sweeping views of Mt. Shasta and Lake Almanor.
Lassen National Park: Bumpass Hell
This easy, 3-mile trail (out and back) visits Lassen's largest geothermal area—a steaming basin filled with boiling mud pots, belching fumeroles, and colorful hot springs.
Rip & Go: Summit Lakes Trail, Lassen Volcanic National Park, CA
Pass sparkling alpine lakes on this easy weekend through volcanic high country.
Best Hikes Ever: Summit Lake Trail, CA
Backpack a knee-trembling route through an active geothermal zone.
Where Have the Animals Gone?
Scientists hike deep into California's wild high country to probe for answers.
May Close-to-Home Hikes
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Lassen Volcanic National Park
All the park is a stage for nature's steamy performance in Lassen Volcanic National Park.