This park is home to steaming fumaroles, meadows filled with wildflowers, clear mountain lakes, and of course, volcanoes. Jagged peaks here tell the story of its past while hot water to this day continues to shape the environment. There are opportunities here to discover the wonder and mystery of volcanoes and hot water.
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Plan Your Visit
Hours & Season
The park is always open. Road access is limited during the winter season, approximately November through May, due to snow.
Entrance Fees
- $30 – Entrance - Private Vehicle
- $10 – Entrance - Private Vehicle
- $25 – Entrance - Motorcycle
- $15 – Entrance - Per Person
- $0 – Entrance - Education/Academic Groups
- $10 – Entrance - Motorcycle
- $10 – Entrance - Per Person
Weather
Weather at Lassen can vary dramatically throughout the year. Average January temperatures are a high of 40.4 °F (4.7 °C) and a low of 20.8 °F (-6.2 °C). Average July temperatures are a high of 88.4 °F and a low of 49.8 °F. Temperatures reach 90 °F or higher on an average of 36.9 days, and drop to 32 ° or lower on an average of 164 days days annually.
Things to Do
Hike to Bumpass Hell
Hike the three-mile, round-trip trail to the largest hydrothermal area in the park.
Sledding & Snowplay in the Southwest Area
The steep slopes behind the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center are a popular destination for sledders. Lassen's deep snowfall also provides ample opportunity for snowplay. Snowman building contest, anyone?
Snowshoe a Winter Route
Enjoy Lassen’s winter wonderland by snowshoe! Meander along the park highway route (snow-covered Hwy 89), circuit an icy lake, visit boiling hydrothermal features, or, for intrepid explorers, summit a snowy peak.
Ski & Snowboard at Lassen
Enjoy Lassen’s winter wonderland by ski or snowboard! Cross-country ski along one of the park’s numerous winter routes or, for experienced explorers, backcountry ski and snowboard one of Lassen’s mountain slopes.
Sledding & Snowplay in the Manzanita Lake Area
Sled a wintery slope, build a snowman, or otherwise enjoy Lassen's winter wonderland at the Manzanita Lake area. Got snow?
Drive Lassen Volcanic National Park Highway
The 30-mile park highway connects the northwest (Manzanita Lake) and southwest entrances of the park. This scenic route passes through dense forest, winds around alpine lakes and meadow, crests at 8,512 feet near Lassen Peak Trailhead, and descends steep volcanic slopes into the southwest area. Designated turnouts and parking areas provide opportunities to enjoy the highway highlights.
Getting There
Address: 38050 Highway 36 East Mineral CA 96063
From Interstate 5 (Redding), take Hwy 44 - 48 miles east to the junction of Hwy 89. Follow Hwy 89 south 1 mile to the north entrance of the park. From Interstate 5 (Red Bluff) take Hwy 36 E - 51 miles east to the junction of Hwy 89. Follow Hwy 89 north 6 miles to south entrance of the park.
Get driving directions → Official NPS directions →Where to Stay – Campgrounds
Backcountry Camping in Lassen's Wilderness
$6/night
Overnight trips are allowed in the park’s backcountry year-round. There are no designated or official campsites, and no amenities like tent pads or picnic tabl…
Butte Lake Campground
101 sites · $22/night
Butte Lake Campground is located in the NE corner of Lassen Volcanic National Park. The campground is a 45-minute drive from the Northwest Entrance and Manzani…
Juniper Lake Campground
18 sites · $12/night
The Juniper Lake Campground is located on the east shore of Juniper Lake via a 13-mile paved/gravel road. All single campsites are first-come, first-served onl…
Lost Creek Group Campground
8 sites · $62/night
Lost Creek Group Campground contains only group campsites. All sites are reservation-only. The campground is located five miles south of Manzanita Lake on the …
Manzanita Lake Campground
179 sites · $26/night
Manzanita Lake is the largest campground in the park. Located next to Manzanita Lake near the park's northwest entrance, campers can easily enjoy swimming, fis…
Southwest Campground - Summer/Fall
35 sites · $16/night
Opens May 16, 2026 The Southwest Walk-in Campground is located on the east side of the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center parking area. A short walk along a paved…
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Lassen Volcanic National Park?
The entrance fee for Lassen Volcanic National Park is $30. See Plan Your Visit above for vehicle, per-person, and annual-pass rates.
When is Lassen Volcanic National Park open?
The park is always open. Road access is limited during the winter season, approximately November through May, due to snow.
What are the best things to do in Lassen Volcanic National Park?
Popular things to do in Lassen Volcanic National Park include Hike to Bumpass Hell, Sledding & Snowplay in the Southwest Area, Snowshoe a Winter Route, Ski & Snowboard at Lassen. See Things to Do above for photos and details.
Are there campgrounds in Lassen Volcanic National Park?
Yes — Lassen Volcanic National Park has 10 campgrounds, including Backcountry Camping in Lassen's Wilderness, Butte Lake Campground, Juniper Lake Campground. See Campgrounds above for site counts, fees, and booking links.