- State: CA
- NPCA Region: Pacific
- Est. Date: 1916
Air Quality Conditions
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Unsatisfactory
Health
Unsatisfactory
Nature
Unsatisfactory
Climate Change Threats
Tucked away in far northeastern California, Lassen offers sweeping grandeur and hydrothermal marvels in an uncrowded, contemplative atmosphere. The park is home to more than 40 volcanoes, bubbling mudpots, steaming fumaroles, stunning mountain views and vast, naturally dark skies. The park's namesake peak is the one of the largest plug dome volcanoes in the world — a type of volcano that grows in size from layers of its own lava building on top of each other over time.
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Magazine Article
A Badge of Wonder
A tale of 40 junior ranger badges, a lost hat and an ageless pursuit.
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Blog Post
Need an Escape? 10 Cozy Places to Stay in National Parks
Craving solitude or looking to plan a romantic retreat? A private room in the heart of one of the country's most spectacular landscapes could be the answer. Check our staff…
My Park Story
Greetings from Lassen Volcanic National Park
I had the best weekend of my life in Lassen last weekend. With a backpack, a few days worth of food and one of my closest friends, I took off from Juniper Lake and headed out. The amount of stress I showed up with was earth-shattering. I just graduated college…
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Read more about The Lassen Effect
Magazine Article The Lassen Effect Discovering Bumpass Hell, Chaos Jumbles, and the Many Marvels of Lassen Volcanic National Park.
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Read more about 9 Spooky National Park Sites
Blog Post 9 Spooky National Park Sites As the days get shorter, the nights get spookier—at least during the month of October. If you’re looking for a few mysterious places to explore before telling ghost stories by the campfire, these quaint and curious settings offer tricks and treats for an eerie autumn mood.
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Read more about Boy Wonders
Blog Post Boy Wonders Meet the two young donors who turn their birthdays into celebrations for their favorite national parks.
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Read more about Fourth Rock from the Sun
Magazine Article Fourth Rock from the Sun Can Lassen Volcanic National Park help NASA learn about life on Mars?
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There is nothing quite as moving as visiting one of these special places. I plan to someday visit them all. — Kelly
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Read more about Center for State of the Parks: Lassen Volcanic National Park
Report Center for State of the Parks: Lassen Volcanic National Park Current overall conditions of the known natural resources at Lassen Volcanic National Park rated a “fair” score of 71 out of a possible 100. Overall conditions of the park’s known cultural resources rated 75 out of a possible 100, also indicating “fair” conditions.
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