Lassen Volcanic National Park Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
national park of the United States
About Lassen Volcanic National Park
Lassen Peak National Monument was established by proclamation of President Theodore Roosevelt on 6 May 1907 to be administered by the U.S. Forest Service. Volcanic eruptions from Lassen Peak in 1914 and 1915 resulted in national publicity. The two monuments and surrounding areas were included in Lassen Volcanic National Park, established in 1916, administered by the National Park Service of the Interior. Beneath Lassen Volcanic's peaceful forests and gem-like lakes lies evidence of a turbulent and fiery past. 600,000 years ago, the collision and warping of continental plates led to violent eruptions and the formation of lofty Mount Tehama (also called Brokeoff Volcano.) After 200,000 years of volcanic activity, vents and smaller volcanoes on Tehama's flanks-including Lassen Peak-drew magma
Top Attractions in Lassen Volcanic National Park
Explore the best things to see and do in Lassen Volcanic National Park:
- ★Climb Cinder Cone
- ★Climb Lassen Peak
- ★Devastated Area
- ★Fishing
- ★Hike to Bumpass Hell
- ★Loomis Museum
- ★Sulphur Works
Where to Eat in Lassen Volcanic National Park
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Lassen Chalet Gift Shop & Snack Bar
- 🍴Manzanita Lake Camper Store
- 🍴Peak Necessities
Where to Stay in Lassen Volcanic National Park
- 🏨Butte Lake
- 🏨Crags
- 🏨Drakesbad Guest Ranch
- 🏨Juniper Lake
- 🏨Manzanita Lake
- 🏨Southwest Walk-In
Lassen Volcanic National Park Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: