Road Status: Roads within Lassen Volcanic NP Call 530/595-4480 for the most up-to-date conditions (the information below only reflects planned or long-term closures)
Most park trails are now snow-free. Park elevations range from 5000 feet to the top of Lassen Peak at 10,457 feet. Snow fall at the southwest entrance of the park on average is 400- 500" at an elevation of 6700'.
* Lassen Peak Minimal snow on trail - mostly at bottom. Follow marked trail.
* Brokeoff Mt Wet stream crossings.
* Bumpass Hell Some snow coverage. Trekking poles and sturdy hiking boots recommended.
Campgrounds
Manzanita Lake: OPEN
Butte Lake: OPEN
Summit Lake north: OPEN
Summit Lake south: OPEN
Southwest Walk-In: OPEN
Crags: OPEN
Lost Creek group: OPEN
Juniper Lake: OPEN
Juniper Lake group: OPEN
Warner Valley: OPEN
The 2009 opening and closing dates are available and posted in the campground section.
Reservations are available up to six months in advance--visit the campground section for more information.
Wildland Fire and Air Quality Conditions Update Last updated 1:20 P.M. on 7/9/2009:
Prescribed fires are being conducted within the park in the Manzanita Lake Area. Click here to read more.
The general air quality for the area is considered "good". Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.
Air quality conditions can change rapidly due to weather and other variables. Lassen Volcanic National Park staff may not be aware of these rapid changes. Please be aware of your surroundings and use the following links and phone numbers for more information.
Northern California Highway Information Hotline: 1-800-427-7623
Did You Know?
The 29 mile Main Park Road was constructed between 1925 and 1931, just 10 years after Lassen Peak erupted. Near Lassen Peak the road reaches 8512 feet, making it the highest road in the Cascade Mountains. It is not unusual for 40 feet of snow to accumulate on the road near Lake Helen.