Good to know
- Tickets
- Charges an entry fee per vehicle, covered by the America the Beautiful pass. Check nps.gov for current rates.
- Time needed
- One day for the park highway and a hike or two.
- Best time
- July to October, when the highway and high trails are open.
- Getting there
- Mineral is about 15 minutes from the southwest entrance. Redding Municipal Airport is about 1 hour from the north entrance; Sacramento is about 3 hours.
Where to stay nearby
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Lassen Volcanic National Park questions
When does the road through Lassen open?
The park highway usually opens between late May and early July, depending on snow, and closes again with the first big storms.
What is the best hike in Lassen?
Bumpass Hell, a 3-mile round trip to the largest hydrothermal area, is the classic. Lassen Peak is harder with bigger views.
Is Lassen worth visiting?
Yes. It feels like a smaller Yellowstone with far fewer crowds.
