• Lassen Peak from Hat Creek

    Lassen Volcanic

    National Park California

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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 »

  • 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.

Things To Do

Lassen Volcanic National Park offers a wealth of activities that are as varied as the seasons of the park. Winter conditions often begin as early as October and persist through June or July. Be sure to check trail, campground and road conditions before planning a spring trip.

Things to Do
Auto-touring Field Seminars
 Snowshoeing
Backpacking Fishing Special Events
Birdwatching Horseback Riding
 Stargazing & Astronomy
Boating Ranger-led Programs
 Stock Use
Camping Skiing Swimming
Hiking
 Snowplay Wildlife Viewing


Summer/Fall
With over 150 miles of hiking trails, both day hiking and backpacking are popular summer activities. Don't miss Lassen's active hydrothermal areas including Sulphur Works and Bumpass Hell. Note that due to snow pack, the Bumpass Hell trail usually does not open until early to mid-July. The summer is season is also a great time to enjoy ranger-led programs and special events. To help plan your summer visit, view sample summer itineraries or read the summer edition of the Peak Experiences, the park newspaper.

Winter/Spring
Lassen receives over 30 feet of snow on average each winter! The season often begins in October and persists through June or July. Snowplay, skiing, and snowshoeing are great ways to enjoy Lassen's winter wonderland. If you're new to winter at Lassen, join us for a ranger-led showshoe program offered January through April. For more information on planning a winter visit, read the winter edition of the Peak Experiences, the park newspaper.
















  • Peak Experiences Peak Experiences

    Download the current visitor guide Read More

  • Campgrounds Campgrounds

    The park has 8 campgrounds with over 450 sites. Read More

  • Day Hiking Day Hiking

    There are over 150 miles of hiking trails ready to explore. Read More

Did You Know?

brokeoff mountain set against a deep blue sky

Brokeoff Mountain, seen here in Lassen Volcanic National Park, was once part of a much larger composite volcano, called Brokeoff Volcano, that towered 1000 feet above Lassen Peak and looked similar to Mount Shasta.