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Road through the park is closed
Park highway (HWY 89) is currently being cleared of snow, debris, and rocks. Anticipated opening for Memorial Weekend. More »
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Park highway under construction near Sulphur Works
Road crews are working to repair the road near Sulphur Works hydrothermal area. Road will be closed at the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center during the week, and open to Sulphur Works on the weekends.
Explore the Undiscovered
Lassen Volcanic National Park is home to smoking 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 mold the land. Lassen Volcanic offers opportunities to discover the wonder and mysteries of volcanoes and hot water for visitors willing to explore the undiscovered.
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Road Opening Schedule
The park highway is scheduled to open to through traffic Friday, May 24 though Monday, May 27.
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Summer Newspaper Available
The new summer edition of the park newspaper is now available online. Please note that winter conditions persist in the park at this time.
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Lassen Peak Summit Open Dates
Lassen Peak trail summit open dates are now available for the 2013 summer season. Be prepared for snow in June and July.
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New Summer Field Seminars Announced
Lassen Association field seminars are now open for registration. Improve your photography skills or dive into the geologic story of the park.
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Lassen Comes to Life
In 1915, an eruption at Lassen Peak devastated nearby areas and rained volcanic ash 200 miles away. Today, scientists measure volcanic activity here.
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Did You Know?
All four types of volcanoes found in the entire world are represented in Lassen Volcanic National Park. Volcanoes found in the park include shield (Prospect Peak), plug dome (Lassen Peak), Cinder Cone (Cinder Cone), and Composite (Brokeoff Volcano) volcanoes. More...