Out of One Beautiful Form into Another

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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Visiting in Spring

Expect deep snow through spring. Snow accumulates November through April. Snow slowly melts through mid-summer, increasing access.

Skiers in Lassen's Backcountry
Avalanche Awareness

An avalanche is an unpredictable phenomenon, but there are several warning signs you can look for or feel before one occurs.

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Enjoying the Park with Your Pet

Be sure you know pets regulations before your visit.

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Spring Road Clearing Operations

Road Clearing is taking place! Learn more about operations and find historic road closing and opening information.

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Winter-to-Spring Transition

Conditions change quickly in spring; check current conditions before you visit.

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Visiting After the Dixie Fire

What to expect when visiting in the 2023 summer season following the Dixie Fire.

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Be Alert in Burned Areas

Learn more about how to improve your safety in areas burned by wildfire.

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Bumpass Hell Trail

This popular hike is covered in deep winter snowpack. The trail to the hydrothermal features usually opens in early summer.

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Ranger-led Snowshoe Walks

Programs run Saturdays and Sundays through March 31, 2024

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View Operating Dates and Hours

View dates and hours for facilities including visitor centers, campgrounds, stores, and services.

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NPS Mobile App

Download the NPS Mobile App and Lassen Volcanic to explore your park on your mobile device.

Last updated: March 21, 2024

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

PO Box 100
Mineral, CA 96063

Phone:

530 595-4480

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