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Lassen Volcanic National Park

📍 Lassen Volcanic National Park, CA, USA
Lassen Volcanic National Park
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Quick Facts

Location
USA, California
Category
National Park & Nature
Duration
1-2 days
Address
Lassen Volcanic National Park, CA, USA
Coordinates
40.4938, -121.4045

Introduction

Lassen Volcanic National Park is a unique volcanic geological park in northern California. With the world's largest plug dome volcano (Lassen Peak), it features boiling mud pots, fumaroles, sulfur springs and clear alpine lakes — a little-known but valuable volcanic treasure. Lassen Peak (3,187 m) — world's largest plug dome; erupted 1914-1917 (most recent eruption in the lower 48). Bumpass Hell — the park's largest geothermal area with boiling mud pots and colorful sulfur springs. Sulphur Works has roadside fumaroles. Clear alpine lakes and forests. Less crowded, a quiet volcanic destination. Visiting for Bumpass Hell's boiling mud is a unique California volcanic experience.

✨ Highlights

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Bumpass Hell
Largest geothermal area — boiling mud and colorful sulfur springs.
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Lassen Peak
World's largest plug dome volcano; erupted 1914-1917.
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Volcanic geology
Fumaroles, sulfur springs and mud pots.
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Less crowded
A quiet, unique volcanic national park.

🛈 Practical Info

→Bumpass Hell:Must-see; about 5 km round-trip trail.
→Season:Summer (Jul-Sep) best; snow may block roads.
→Combine:Pair with Mt. Shasta and northern California.
→Less crowded:Quiet park for those seeking peaceful experiences.
→Ticket Information:Buy a 7-day national park pass.
→Transportation:By car (about 1 hour from Redding)

💡 Tips

• Bumpass Hell is a must-see; ~5 km round-trip trail.
• Summer (Jul-Sep) best; snow may block roads.
• Pair with Mt. Shasta and northern California.
• Opening, admission and road conditions are subject to NPS official notice.

FAQ

How much is the admission for Lassen Volcanic National Park?

Buy a 7-day national park pass.

Any practical tips for visiting Lassen Volcanic National Park?

Bumpass Hell is a must-see; ~5 km round-trip trail. Summer (Jul-Sep) best; snow may block roads.

How long should I spend at Lassen Volcanic National Park?

A typical visit takes 1-2 days.

Ticket prices, schedules and opening hours are for reference only; please follow the official announcement.