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A frozen lake below snow-covered trees and peak
Golden grasses edge a pond reflecting a snow-dusted peak
A boardwalk passes through a colorful, steaming hydrothermal basin.
Two hikers sit on a mountain top with a view of multiple peaks, dotted with patches of snow
A volcanic peak rises above a tree-lined, deep blue lake.
A fisherman casts a line from a boat below a snow-dotted volcanic peak.
National Park

Lassen Volcanic National Park

California

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Entrance Fee
$30
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Hours
All Day
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Location
Mineral, CA
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Visitor Center
530 595 6100

Lassen Volcanic National Park is home to steaming fumaroles, meadows freckled with wildflowers, clear mountain lakes, and numerous volcanoes. Jagged peaks tell the story of its eruptive past while hot water continues to shape the land.

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About Lassen Volcanic National Park

Lassen Volcanic National Park is a national park located in California. Weather at Lassen can vary dramatically throughout the year. Average January temperatures are a high of 40.4 °F (4.7 °C) and a low of 20.8 °F (-6.2 °C). Average July temperatures are a high of 88.4 °F and a low of 49.8 °F. Temperatures reach 90 °F or higher on an average of 36.9 days, and drop to 32 ° or lower on an average of 164 days days annually.

From Interstate 5 (Redding), take Hwy 44 - 48 miles east to the junction of Hwy 89. Follow Hwy 89 south 1 mile to the north entrance of the park. From Interstate 5 (Red Bluff) take Hwy 36 E - 51 miles east to the junction of Hwy 89. Follow Hwy 89 north 6 miles to south entrance of the park.

💰 Entrance Fees & Passes

General entry to Entrance - Education/Academic Groups is free. General admission passes are not required.

🥾 Things to Do

Lassen Volcanic National Park offers visitors a diverse selection of outdoor experiences. You can participate in a wide array of activities, most notably Auto and ATV, Scenic Driving, Astronomy, Stargazing, and 43 other recreational activities, depending on the season and weather conditions. Path options exist for both casual strollers and expert backcountry adventurers.

✅ Auto and ATV
✅ Scenic Driving
✅ Astronomy
✅ Stargazing
✅ Biking
✅ Road Biking
✅ Boating
✅ Camping
✅ Backcountry Camping
✅ Car or Front Country Camping
✅ Horse Camping (see also Horse/Stock Use)
✅ Group Camping
✅ RV Camping
✅ Compass and GPS
✅ Geocaching
✅ Fishing
✅ Freshwater Fishing
✅ Fly Fishing
✅ Food
✅ Dining
✅ Picnicking
✅ Guided Tours
✅ Self-Guided Tours - Auto
✅ Hiking
✅ Backcountry Hiking
✅ Front-Country Hiking
✅ Horse Trekking
✅ Horseback Riding
✅ Living History
✅ Paddling
✅ Canoeing
✅ Kayaking
✅ Stand Up Paddleboarding
✅ Junior Ranger Program
✅ Skiing
✅ Cross-Country Skiing
✅ Snow Play
✅ Snowshoeing
✅ Swimming
✅ Freshwater Swimming
✅ Wildlife Watching
✅ Birdwatching
✅ Park Film
✅ Museum Exhibits
✅ Shopping
✅ Bookstore and Park Store
✅ Gift Shop and Souvenirs

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📋 Visitor Planning Tips for Lassen Volcanic

  • →Beat the Crowds: Arrive at the main gates or trailheads of Lassen Volcanic before 8:00 AM. Parking spaces at popular locations fill up extremely fast, especially during warm peak season weekends.
  • →Monitor Active Alerts: There are currently 4 active alerts for Lassen Volcanic. Keep an eye on the alert notifications at the top of this guide for crucial information regarding closures or safety issues.
  • →Secure Campsites Early: Lodging and developed campgrounds within and surrounding Lassen Volcanic get booked out months in advance. Make reservations on recreation.gov as early as the window opens.
  • →Leave No Trace: Help protect the delicate ecosystems of Lassen Volcanic. Stay on marked trails, pack out all of your waste, and keep a respectful distance from wildlife.
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Lassen Volcanic National Park is home to steaming fumaroles, meadows freckled with wildflowers, clear mountain lakes, and numerous volcanoes. Jagged peaks tell the story of its eruptive past while hot water continues to shape the land.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lassen Volcanic

The entrance fee for Lassen Volcanic National Park is $30 per vehicle. The America the Beautiful annual pass ($80) covers entrance to all 474+ NPS sites and pays for itself after just 2-3 park visits.

About the Author

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James R. Mitchell

Founder & Lead Writer — National Park Data

James has visited all 63 designated US national parks and has been writing about outdoor travel for over 12 years. He spent 8 years as a wilderness guide in the Rocky Mountains before founding National Park Data to help visitors plan better, safer, and more enjoyable park trips.

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