Lassen Volcanic National Park is home to steaming fumaroles, meadows freckled with wildflowers, clear mountain lakes, and numerous volcanoes. Jagged peaks tell the story of its eruptive past while hot water continues to shape the land.
Monday through Wednesday, 10/21 - 10/23, the Kings Creek trailhead and parking will be closed due to hazard tree removal. Please expect short road delays up to 10 minutes. Hikers on nearby trails may also have short delays to safely navigate work areas.
Updated on 10/18/2024
A mountain lion was recently seen on the Mill Creek Falls Trail, accessed from Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center or Kings Creek Day Use Area. Please exercise caution when exploring the park, especially on trails. Review mountain lion safety information:
Updated on 10/09/2024
You may experience problems reaching park staff via the main visitor phone line which functions intermittently. You may email the park at lavo_information@nps.gov with general park questions.
Updated on 10/04/2024
Warner Valley Road remains closed at the trailhead parking area due to the 2021 Dixie Fire. The road will close at the park boundary once winter snow sets in. Follow the link to learn more about the Dixie Fire.
Updated on 09/23/2024
Juniper Lake Road remains closed to vehicle traffic after the 2021 Dixie Fire. There is no current re-opening date. The road is open to bicycle and pedestrian traffic. Learn more about the Dixie Fire:
Updated on 09/23/2024
Some facilities, infrastructure, and areas remain closed; please adhere to all closure signs. In re-opened areas, hazards like fallen trees, loose/falling rock, undefined trails, and hidden stump holes exist. Click more to learn about burned area safety.
Updated on 08/26/2024
Wilderness permits for backcountry camping can no longer be obtained in person or by mail. Wilderness permits are only available online through Recreation.gov. Permits can be reserved up to a maximum of 90 days prior to the start date.
Updated on 06/20/2023
This is the view looking north from the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center at Lassen Volcanic National Park. The peak to the left is Mt. Diller and Pilot Pinnacle sits to its right. On cool days, it is possible to see steam rising from the Sulphur Works hydrothermal area.
This webcam remains offline. The original webcam was destroyed by lightning strikes. In addition, the original infrastructure for the webcam no longer supports connection to one. If Starlink can be obtained, then it is a possibility to reinstall a webcam at Manzanita Lake.
Monday through Wednesday, 10/21 - 10/23, the Kings Creek trailhead and parking will be closed due to hazard tree removal. Please expect short road delays up to 10 minutes. Hikers on nearby trails may also have short delays to safely navigate work areas.
Updated on 10/18/2024
A mountain lion was recently seen on the Mill Creek Falls Trail, accessed from Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center or Kings Creek Day Use Area. Please exercise caution when exploring the park, especially on trails. Review mountain lion safety information:
Updated on 10/09/2024
You may experience problems reaching park staff via the main visitor phone line which functions intermittently. You may email the park at lavo_information@nps.gov with general park questions.
Updated on 10/04/2024
Warner Valley Road remains closed at the trailhead parking area due to the 2021 Dixie Fire. The road will close at the park boundary once winter snow sets in. Follow the link to learn more about the Dixie Fire.
Updated on 09/23/2024
Juniper Lake Road remains closed to vehicle traffic after the 2021 Dixie Fire. There is no current re-opening date. The road is open to bicycle and pedestrian traffic. Learn more about the Dixie Fire:
Updated on 09/23/2024
Some facilities, infrastructure, and areas remain closed; please adhere to all closure signs. In re-opened areas, hazards like fallen trees, loose/falling rock, undefined trails, and hidden stump holes exist. Click more to learn about burned area safety.
Updated on 08/26/2024
Wilderness permits for backcountry camping can no longer be obtained in person or by mail. Wilderness permits are only available online through Recreation.gov. Permits can be reserved up to a maximum of 90 days prior to the start date.
Updated on 06/20/2023