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. Lassen Volcanic offers opportunities to discover the wonder and mysteries of volcanoes and hot water for visitors willing to explore the undiscovered. Read More
Explore the Undiscovered
Explore Otherwordly Hydrothermal Areas
Seven of the park's eight hydrothermal areas are currently accessible. Bumpass Hell trail is closed due to snow until late-August.
Learn about Lassen with a Ranger
Attend a late-summer ranger-led program through August 31.
Free Entrance 8/25
Celebrate the National Park Service turning 101 with free entrance to all National Park Service units on Friday, August 25,
Making Masks with Jym Davis
Artist in Residence Jym Davis spent two weeks living and making animal masks in the park. Learn more about his artwork in a short video.
Highway Parkcaching Challenge
Use your GPS-enabled device to learn more about the park and earn a free commemorative carabiner.
Summer Field Seminars
Discover the art of nature photography and plein air watercolor painting or join a guided hike with a hiking book author.
Earn a Trail Challenge Bandana
Hike at least three trails this summer to earn a free commemorative bandana. Pick up your 2017 brochure beginning on Get Outdoors Day, 6/10
Bear Canisters Required for Backcountry
Overnight stays in the wilderness require a permit and an approved bear resistant food storage container.
Last updated: August 15, 2017