Is the trail to Lassen Peak Open?

CLOSED due to winter snow hazards. Trail will open for 2022 summer/fall season once conditions permit.

Is Lassen open for hiking?

The park is OPEN; vehicle access and services are limited in the winter/spring snow season. Reservations are not required or accepted to enter Lassen Volcanic. You may enter the park at any time, 24 hours a day.

When can you hike Lassen Peak?

The best times to visit this trail are June through September. You’ll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren’t allowed on this trail. Lassen Volcanic National Park charges a fee to enter. During the winter (Dec 1 – Apr 15), entrance fees are lower.

Is Mt Lassen open now?

Lassen Volcanic National Park is open 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. You do not need a reservation to enter the park.

Is Lassen Peak active?

However, Lassen Peak is considered active because it last erupted about 100 years ago (read more). Geologically recent volcanic activity in an area is the best guide to forecasting future eruptions.

Is drakesbad still standing?

Drakesbad Guest Ranch was effected by the 2021 Dixie Fire and will remain closed for repairs for the 2022 season. Most structures remain intact, however two bungalow units, the annex, and the water plant were destroyed.

Does Lassen National Park have a lodge?

Camping in a park campground is the primary form of accommodation in Lassen Volcanic National Park. Camping cabins are available only at Manzanita Lake Campground. Drakesbad Guest Ranch provides the only lodging in the park.

Can I see lava at Lassen?

You can see Lassen Peak, as well as other snow capped peaks, mountain lakes, and colorful lava beds and smaller lava cones below, plus the crater of the cone itself.

Is Clear Lake volcano active?

The complex eruptive history over the past 2 million years and the 10,000-year age of the youngest eruption indicate that the Clear Lake magmatic system is not extinct and that future eruptions are likely.

What is the Lassen Peak Trail?

Lassen Peak Trail climbs to the summit of one of the largest plug dome volcanoes in the world. Beginning at the Lassen Peak parking area, the trail climbs through twisted mountain hemlock and whitebark pine trees on sand-like cinders.

How long is the drive through Lassen National Park?

Lassen National Park Highway. (The portion of Highway 89 traveling 30 miles through the park. Open. The highway winds through mountainous terrain and reaches an elevation of 8,500 feet. It is 30 miles in length. RV’s and trailers need to be less than 45 feet in total length.

When is the best time to visit Lassen National Park?

Lassen Volcanic National Park is open 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. You do not need a reservation to enter the park. Road access, services, and activities are limited in the snowy season (approximately November – May).

What are the hours of operation for Lassen volcanic National Park?

Lassen Volcanic National Park is open year-round, 24 hours a day. Road access is limited in the winter months. Please check road conditions for road status if visiting October through June. Many facilities are open for the summer season only. Read below for more information about facility operating days and hours.