ParkPulse

Lassen Volcanic National Park

CA
Moderate crowdsTypical levels. Popular trailheads may fill by midday.
$30/vehicle0.5M annual visitors

Visitor levels at Lassen Volcanic are sitting at about average for May. The main trailheads and viewpoints will have some company, but nothing unmanageable. There are 2 active closures to be aware of. Check the alerts section below for details. Entry is $30 per vehicle, or free with an America the Beautiful pass.

Last updated May 25, 2026 at 9:18 AM

Active Alerts(4)

Park Closure

Road to Juniper Lake Closed for Repairs

Road to Juniper Lake is closed to vehicle access due to needed repairs. Road leading to Juniper Lake sustained significant damage outside of the park with no ETA for repair.

Park Closure

Bumpass Hell Trail Closed

The Bumpass Hell Trail is under a seasonal closure due to accumulated winter snow. This is an annual closure to prevent injury from treacherous trail conditions. The trail typically remains closed through mid-July. Learn more

Information

Visitor Phone Line Intermittent

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.

Caution

Lasting Effects from 2021 Dixie Fire

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.

7-Day Crowd Forecast

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Community Reports

No recent reports for Lassen Volcanic.