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Lassen Volcanic National Park

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Lassen Volcanic became a national park in 1916 because of its significance as an active volcanic landscape. Lassen Peak began erupting in 1914, had the most significant activity in 1915, and had minor activity until 1921. All four types of volcanoes in the world are found in Lassen's 106,000 acres.

Contact Information

Lassen Volcanic National Park
PO Box 100
Mineral, CA 96063
(530) 595-4444 - Visitor Information
(530) 595-3480 - For Hearing Impaired Visitors

Getting There

By Plane
Redding Airport

By Car
To Park: the best access to the park is by private automobile. Auto rental services are available in Redding, Red Bluff, Chico, Susanville or Reno. Fifty miles east of Red Bluff on highway 36, and 50 miles east of Redding on highway 44.

By Plane
Greyhound and Trailways bus lines serve cities within 60 miles of the park. Major airlines serve Redding, Chico and Reno.

Getting Around
Allow at least three hours to drive across the park and to make stops. Allow at least two days to hike some of the spectacular trails.

Weather

Snow covers much of the park mid October through mid June. The Lassen Park Road (the main road that connects Hwy. 89) is usually closed late October through mid June. During years of heavy snowfall, the road may open significantly later. Please call the park for road and condition updates. Many of the main park attractions are currently snow covered and inaccessible by car and foot. The months of July, August, and September may bring mostly sunny skies with warm daytime temperatures and cold nighttime temperatures.

Activities

Here are some of the activities that are offered at Mount Rainier National Park.

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Auto Touring
Biking
Boating
Camping
Educational Programs
Fishing
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Swimming
Wilderness Area
Wildlife Viewing
Snow Skiing
Backpacking
Bird Watching
Nature Walks
Stargazing
Cross Country Skiing
Snowshoeing
Snowmobiling

Recommended Activities
Naturalist programs are offered late June through late August. Snowshoe programs are offered to the public on Saturdays, usually mid January to late March or early April. Dial extension 5133 or 5132 for more information.

Historic Photos

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RV Information

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