Best Day Hikes in
LASSEN VOLCANIC
NATIONAL PARK
A hiker’s park with more than 150 miles of trail! From Brokeoff Mountain to Bumpass Hell to the Fantastic Lava Beds, here are my favorite tales—along with the best trails—through volcanic grandeur and a hydrothermal wonderland.
Why Go : A less visited national park with pathways to every kind of volcano found on earth.
Before You Go: Learn more about Lassen’s natural wonders and volcanic claim to fame.
Lassen Volcanic National Park Hikes
A prehistoric volcano less famous than Lassen Peak, though many consider it the superior hike.
Raw volcanic forces shimmering under your boots. If you hike only one trail in Lassen, make it this one.
Cinder Cone & Fantastic Lava Beds
Hike to hellacious hydrothermal wonders in a remote part of the park.
A “don’t miss” hike that delivers waterfalls, wildflowers, and volcanic grandeur.
Park’s signature summit: part pilgrimage, part geology less, and entirely unforgettable.
LVNP’s pastoral side: shimmering lakes, green meadows, rolling forest.
LVNP’s pastoral side: shimmering lakes, green meadows, rolling forest.
