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Things to do in Lassen Volcanic: 1 local trip idea

A ready-made adventure day trip in Lassen Volcanic, California, with 5 stops in order.

Adventure trip

Volcanoes, Vents, and Vistas

5 stops · about 9 hr 45 min of stops · ~$90 per person

An action-packed day of volcanic exploration in Lassen, featuring bubbling hydrothermal basins, scenic peak hikes, and hearty meals starting in Mill Creek and ending in Mineral.

  1. 1

    Frank’s

    41500 CA-36, Mill Creek, CA 96061, USA
    Frank’s, Lassen Volcanic

    Fuel up with a hearty ranch breakfast of omelets and house-roasted potatoes before hitting the trail.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$20 per person · Directions
  2. 2

    Bumpass Hell

    Mineral, CA 96063, USA
    Bumpass Hell, Lassen Volcanic

    Hike the 3-mile roundtrip trail to see active, boiling mudpots, roaring steam vents, and turquoise pools (Park entry fee: $30).

    ★ 4.8 on Google · about 2 hr 30 min · ~$30 per person · Directions
  3. 3

    Lassen Café & Gift

    21820 Lassen Peak Hwy, Mineral, CA 96063, USA
    Lassen Café & Gift, Lassen Volcanic

    Grab a quick, casual lunch of hot or cold sandwiches, fresh salad, and locally brewed craft beer.

    ★ 3.4 on Google · about 45 min · ~$15 per person · Directions
  4. 4

    Lassen Peak Trailhead

    Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway, Mill Creek, CA 96061, USA
    Lassen Peak Trailhead, Lassen Volcanic

    Chamber a challenging 5-mile roundtrip hike climbing 2,000 feet to the summit of an active volcano for panoramas of the park.

    ★ 4.9 on Google · about 4 hr · Directions
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    Lassen Mineral Lodge

    38348 Hwy 36 E, Mineral, CA 96063, USA
    Lassen Mineral Lodge, Lassen Volcanic

    End your adventurous day with a well-deserved buffalo burger and fried garlic Brussels sprouts at this historic lodge.

    ★ 4.4 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$25 per person · Directions

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