Lassen Volcanic National Park Hiking
Lassen Volcanic National Park Hiking

Lassen Volcanic National Park Hiking

6 days

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Hike through the otherworldly landscapes of Lassen Volcanic National Park Hiking

Spend six amazing days exploring the volcanic region of Lassen Volcanic National Park Hiking!
Your expert guide will take you on specially chosen hikes that explore the geothermal areas, rivers, and forests that make this park so unique.

This guided hiking tour will showcase beautiful lakes, stunning views, and the strange lunar landscape left from the 1914 eruption of Lassen Peak. You’ll love the exciting hikes that climb Brokeoff and Lassen mountains, as well as the otherworldly landscapes at Devil’s Kitchen and the Cinder Cone.

Highlights of the Lassen Volcanic National Park Hiking

Discover the beautiful lakes and forests that contrast with the rocky, bare volcanic landscapes.
Hike on some of the best trails in the park, including the hike up Brokeoff Mountain and to Kings Creek Falls.
Explore the amazing mineral-stained rocks, steaming vents, and brightly colored pools caused by geothermal activity.
Experience spectacular views from the summits of Lassen Peak and Brokeoff Mountain.

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Lassen Volcanic National Park Hiking Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Travel to the National Park and Explore Warner Valley

To begin the tour, you’ll meet your tour group in Reno and travel together to the Drakesbad area of the Lassen Volcanic National Park Hiking. You’ll be on the trail by the afternoon to explore the hot springs and lakes of the Warner Valley before you visit the Devil’s Kitchen where the geothermal activity will surround you.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Chester
Distance: 5 miles
Meals: Lunch, dinner

Day 2 Hike up Brokeoff Mountain

Today you’ll be taking one of the best hikes in Lassen as you climb up Brokeoff Mountain. From the summit, you’ll have amazing views of the park and of Lassen Peak!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Chester
Distance: 8 miles
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 3 Waterfall Hike

Your day hike today starts from the Kings Creek Falls trailhead. The path offers beautiful scenery as it wanders through forests and meadows to scenic Kings Creek Falls.

After your walk, the group will move to their new hotel for the night.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Mill Creek
Distance: 10 miles
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 4 Explore the Lakes in Paradise Meadows

Paradise Meadows calls today! You’ll be hiking past several lakes until you reach Summit Lake where your path starts to climb. After you’ve followed Hat Creek back down into the meadows, you’ll make a stop at the Manzanita Lake Museum and Visitor Center.

Tonight, you’ll be moving to a quiet lakeside location for your final two nights.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Shingletown
Distance: 9 miles
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 5 Challenge Lassen

You’ll finally be hiking up the volcano itself today! You’ll be climbing up Lassen’s ridge to an elevation of 10,457 feet. You’ll be treated to spectacular views of Mount Shasta and the Devastated Area when you reach the top!

The day isn’t finished yet though, as you’ll have a nice picnic lunch at Lake Helen before taking a hike through the thermal area of Bumpass Hell, an ugly name for a very pretty place.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Shingletown
Distance: 13 miles
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 6 Visit Butte Lake

On the final day of your tour, you’ll visit Butte Lake and hike the remarkable Cinder Cone Trail. At the end of the day, you’ll be driven back to Reno where the tour officially comes to a close. Enjoy your travels home or wherever you’re exploring next!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: 5 miles
Meals: Breakfast

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Lassen Volcanic National Park Hiking Tour Price and Dates

This guided hiking tour in Lassen Volcanic National Park Hiking is run as a fixed-departure tour where you’d be joining a group.

The prices below are per person:

Jul 07, 2025
Jul 12, 2025
From Reno, Nevada
To Reno, Nevada
USD$3,275
6 days / 5+ Spaces Left

Accommodation on the Lassen Volcanic National Park Hiking Tour

This tour is based in 3-star hotels. The hotels offer simple and clean accommodations in great locations.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement of $500 USD to have a private room where possible.

Hotels on Standard Tour

Best Western Rose Quartz Inn in Chester ★★★

You'll find the spacious rooms at the Rose Quartz to be quite welcoming. The hotel also offers great amenities, including an outdoor hot tub and sun deck.

The Village at Childs Meadow in Mill Creek ★★★

This motel offers clean and welcoming rooms on a single story. Take advantage of the campground facilities including the fire ring and picnic area.

Grace Lake Resorts in Shingletown ★★★

This resort is made up of a collection of cozy cabins. Enjoy the peaceful outdoor setting including an outdoor swimming pool and BBQ grills.

What’s Included in the Lassen Volcanic National Park Hiking Tour?

Meals

5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 5 dinners and are included in this tour.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 5 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour in Reno are not included. Please note that this tour departs Reno early on Day 1 and arrives late on the final day. You may choose to add a hotel night in Reno at the beginning and end of your tour as a supplement to better accommodate your flight times.

Transportation during the Tour

Transport for you and your luggage is included as outlined in the itinerary. Round trip transport between Reno and Lassen National Park is included at the beginning and end of the tour.

Also Included

  • English-speaking guide
  • Van shuttle
  • Park entrance fees
  • Trail maps and narratives

Not included

  • Travel insurance
  • Flights to and from Reno
  • Tourist taxes if applicable
  • Visas if required
  • Personal equipment
  • Beverages both non-alcoholic and alcoholic
  • Fees not mentioned as included
  • Gratuities for guides, drivers, servers, or hotel staff if desired

Optional Extras

  • Single occupancy upgrades
  • Any additional nights before or after the tour

Frequently Asked Questions about Lassen Volcanic National Park Hiking

Timberline Adventures specializes in fully supported cycling, hiking, and multisport adventure tours in the United States and Canada.
Over the last 38 years, our adventure experts have crafted unique itineraries consisting of only the best routes and trails. We are all about striking the perfect balance of challenge, discovery, and tons of fun! Our epic tours include visits to 35 different national parks, and we take great pride in introducing our guests to some of the wildest and most beautiful areas in North America, like Glacier, Yosemite, Acadia, Big Bend, and so much more!
We share in the joy, exhilaration, and sense of accomplishment that is a part of every single tour, and the quality of your experience is how we measure our growing success.

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Map of Lassen Volcanic National Park Hiking

Map of Lassen Volcanic National Park Hiking

Is this tour for me?

We rate this tour as a 4/5. This is an energetic trip with daily hikes that cover up to 10 miles. Some hikes include steep sections and difficult footing, however, no technical skills are required. Active hikers will be able to get the most out of this tour.

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