Lassen Volcanic National Park

This park was very cool! I was here in October and there were hardly any people. I had my kitty with me so I stuck to the main road and did all the stops plus the Bumpass Hell hike. This was a great way to spend the day.

Lassen Volcanic National Park is an absolute hidden gem! It’s truly one of the most underrated national parks in the United States. The unique experience of exploring four different types of volcanoes in one location is incredible. The hiking here is perfect for adventurers—well-maintained trails that lead to breathtaking views at every turn. Whether you're looking to trek through lush forests, climb volcanic peaks, or soak in the hydrothermal wonders, Lassen offers it all. The diversity of landscapes and peaceful atmosphere make it a must-visit for any nature lover. Highly recommend!

A pleasant surprise in Northern California. I’m not sure I would make a special trip up here to see it, but if you are visiting the Redwood Coast, it’s very much worth the drive inland to see this park. The landscape is very interesting, with a mix of sub alpine forest, geothermal features, remnants of past forest fires and classic volcano like peaks. You can see quite a bit from your car, but the hikes in this park are fantastic. The visitors center is small but quite interesting. Note that it is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Beautiful place, that you can explore just by stopping by the view points. There are plenty of trails to enjoy with different difficulty levels. Beautiful lakes with picnic tables, and areas with thermal activity. Plenty of volcanic picks, rivers, and wildlife viewing opportunities.

This is a very nice national park but not one of my favorites so far. When we visited in mid-June most of the road was still covered in snow, but the parts we did see were extremely pretty! I don't think you need to spend more than a day or two here to see everything and do a few hikes.