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Lassen Volcanic National Park |
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| Wonder and excitement will fill your soul when you see Lassen Volcanic National Park. Just standing on the grounds of an ancient volcano that is still active is awe inspiring. The outdoor adventures abound at this park with winter activities such as skiing, snowshoeing, camping, and sledding. Summer activities are camping, backpacking, fishing and birdwatching; just to name a few of the great things you and your family can do at Lassen. Continue reading for great vacation information about Lassen Volcanic National Park.
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Uniqueness - Lassen Volcanic National Park is a remote mountain park full of solitude and abundant recreational activities. Witness a brief moment in the ancient battle between the earth shaping forces of creation... (click here for more)
Park and Visitor Center Hours - Lassen Volcanic National Park is open 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. Access to the park may be restricted due to snow coverage fall through late spring. Headquarters Information Desk is open from 8... (click here for more)
History & Statistics - Lassen Volcanic National Park started as two separate national monuments designated by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1907: Cinder Cone National Monument and Lassen Peak National Monument. Congress m... (click here for more)
Natural Features - Situated at the southern end of the Cascade Range geologic province, Lassen Volcanic National Park lays at the crossroads of three great biological provinces: the Cascades range to the north, the Sier... (click here for more)
Flora - Although Lassen is primarily known for its volcanic geology, the park boasts a rich diversity of plant and animal life. Over 700 flowering plant species grace the park. A wide variety of wildflowers w... (click here for more)
Activities in the Park - Lassen Volcanic National Park provides a wealth of fun activities that are as varied as the seasons of the park. Due to the high elevation and influence of the Pacific Ocean, the park receives upwards... (click here for more)
Environmental Impact - Wildland fire has long been recognized as one of the most significant natural processes operating within and shaping the northern Sierra Nevada and southern Cascade Mountain ecosystems. Virtually all ... (click here for more)
Weather - Weather plays a dramatic role at Lassen Volcanic National Park. Winter, especially, shapes the landscape; snow generally begins to accumulate each year in October, doesn't melt in most places until Ju... (click here for more)
Rules, Regulations and Safety - When planning which activities you want to enjoy while visiting the park, please keep in mind that access to specific trails, or even the park itself, is dependent on the weather and snow conditions. ... (click here for more)
Wildlife - Lassen Volcanic National Park provides shelter and food for 250 vertebrates as well as a host of invertebrates including insects. This great diversity of life forms is due to two factors: the geograph... (click here for more)
Wildlife Warnings - Always be on the lookout for wildlife on the roads. Driving too fast or being inattentive is never safe, but doubly so in the park as humans invade the natural resident's space; namely the many forms ... (click here for more)
Fees - A Vehicle pass is required for all vehicles entering park and is $10 for 7 days.
Individual fees are $5 for 7 days for those on foot, bicycle, motorcycle, or horse.
An Annual Lassen Volcanic N... (click here for more)
Camping - There are eight campgrounds within Lassen Volcanic National Park, and a large part of Lassen's wilderness is available for wilderness camping with a free permit. Throughout the summer, half of the par... (click here for more)
Nearby Attractions - There are several National Forests, a National Monument and recreational areas within driving distance of Lassen. These include Shasta-Trinity National Forest, Mendocino National Forest, Klamath Natio... (click here for more)
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