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Lassen Volcanic National Park Could Open Its Highway Earlier Than Usual This Year
Crews are gearing up to begin clearing the Lassen National Park Highway, and a below-average snowpack this year could mean…
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The Story of Lassen’s Ishi – The Last ‘Wild’ Native American
It was August 19, 1911, when an unknown, “wild’ man emerged from the wilderness near Lassen Peak and into the…
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A Deadly Attack on a Family Horse Highlights Rising Tensions Over Wolf Activity in Northern California
A New Year’s Day wolf attack in Lassen County that killed a family horse and a newly weaned calf is…
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Lassen County Officials Raise Alarm Over Growing Wolf Conflicts
Concerns are growing in Lassen County after a recent spike in wolf attacks on livestock, prompting the county sheriff to…
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Ski A Volcano: The History of the Lassen Ski Area
Large groups of skier in Lassen – 1936. PHOTO BY JERVIE HENRY EASTMAN, COURTESY DEPARTMENT OF SPECIAL COLLECTIONS, GENERALLIBRARY, UNIVERSITY…
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Winter Road Closure Unlocks Lassen’s Most Surreal Frozen Scenery
Winter changes Manzanita Lake in a way that almost feels unreal. Once Highway 89 closes for the season, the cars…
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New Species Found in Lassen Volcanic National Breaks the Rules of Life on Earth
A tiny creature living in the boiling hot pools of Lassen Volcanic National Park has stunned scientists by surviving temperatures…
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Lassen Park Highway Shuts Down for Winter as Storms Blanket the Park
Lassen Volcanic National Park has officially shifted into winter mode. After a series of storms dumped heavy snow and ice…
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85-Year-Old Chuck Norris Just Hiked Lassen Peak
Action star and martial arts legend Chuck Norris is proving age is just a number. The 85-year-old shared on Instagram…
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Dogs Help Track One of North America’s Rarest Mammals in Lassen Volcanic National Park
One of North America’s rarest mammals, the Sierra Nevada red fox, may be quietly roaming the high elevations around Lassen…
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Lassen’s Bumpass Hell Trail Reopens for Summer Hikes
One of Lassen Volcanic National Park’s most famous trails is officially open for the summer. The Bumpass Hell Trail, a…
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An Underground Adventure in Lassen’s Subway Cave
Sitting in the Lassen National Forest is the Subway Cave, a beautiful cave formed thousands of years ago by flowing…
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The Tricky Trek to the Summit of Lassen’s Cinder Cone
Lassen Volcanic National Park can be accurately described as both a geologist’s wonderland and an adventurer;s paradise. The hike to…
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One of the World’s Rarest Foxes Caught on Camera in Lassen Volcanic National Park
Photo via Randy Robbins Photography A Northern California wildlife photographer has captured rare footage of one of the world’s most…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park Highway Reopens for Summer Season
Lassen Volcanic National Park has officially opened its scenic highway for the summer season, inviting travelers to explore one of…
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On This Day in History: The Lassen Peak Eruption of 1915
It was the late-afternoon of May 22, 1915 when Lassen Peak exploded in a powerful eruption that blasted rock fragments…
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This Fascinating Northern California Lake Sits at 125 Degrees Year-Round
Boiling Springs Lake in Lassen Volcanic National Park. Photo: National Park Service The outdoor destinations in Lassen Volcanic National Park…
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The Short and Spectacular History of the Lassen Peak Fire Lookout
The newly-built Lassen Peak fire lookout in 1913. Photo by Olan Hampton via NPS. In 1913, the Forest Service built…
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10 Feet of Forecasted Snow Will Likely Close Lassen Volcanic Highway for Winter Season
Northern California is currently experiencing extraordinary snowfall, with Lower Lassen Peak (8,250′) forecasted to receive over 120 inches—or 10 feet—of…
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Gray Wolves Found in Lassen Volcanic National Park for the First Time
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has reported the presence of a new gray wolf pack within Lassen…
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Lassen Park Highway May Be Closed for the Winter Season as Snow Moves In
As of November 13, 2024, the Lassen National Park Highway (Hwy 89) is currently closed between the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor…
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Historic Fire Lookout Cabin Destroyed by Park Fire in Lassen National Forest
Photo: Forest Fire Lookout Association The nearly 90-year-old McCarthy Point lookout cabin, a historic site in Lassen National Forest, was…
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The Legend of Old Shavehead – The Lassen Native American Known for Murdering Samuel Burney
As written in the book California’s Best Fly Fishing Old Shavehead. Photo: California State University, Chico While geologists estimate that…
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You Can Rent this Rustic Adventure Van Near Lassen Volcanic National Park
For a unique Northern California getaway, Mill Creek Resort near Lassen Volcanic National Park offers a charming stay in a…
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In a New Light: The Full-Moon Hike to the Top of Lassen Peak
In Northern California, we’re surrounded by nature. Trees, mountains and wildlife flourish under the NorCal sun. But come nighttime, there’s…
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Outside Magazine Lists the Best Hikes in Northern California National Parks. Here’s Our Take.
Photo by Saketh Garuda A list of the best hikes in every National Park in America was compiled by Outside Magazine,…
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Lassen Park Highway Fully Reopens for the First Time Since Park Fire Closure
Lassen Volcanic National Park has fully reopened Highway 89 for the first time since the devastating Park Fire came into…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park is Covered in Snow. The Highway Will Fully Reopen Once it Clears.
Lassen Volcanic National Park’s Highway 89 is currently closed between Sulphur Works and Devastated Area due to an unexpected snowfall…
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Rare Videos Show the Lassen Pack in Action in Northern California
California’s only known wolf pack, the Lassen Pack, more than doubled in size in 2020 with a brand-new litter of…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park Partially Reopens as Park Fire Containment Progresses
As firefighting efforts continue to stabilize the Park Fire’s northeastern edge, Lassen Volcanic National Park has reopened its northern entrance,…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park Implements Full Closure Due to Approaching Park Fire
Lassen Volcanic National Park has been closed due to the encroaching Park Fire, which is threatening the park’s western edge.…
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Popular Destinations in Lassen Volcanic National Park to Stay Closed Until 2025
The aftermath of the Dixie Fire continues to impact Lassen Volcanic National Park, keeping the Drakesbad Guest Lodge and Warner…
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Discover a Wildlife Utopia at Lassen’s Manzanita Lake
Sitting right outside Redding, California is one of the most underrated National Parks in the United States – Lassen Volcanic National Park.…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park Highway Opens for the Summer Season
The 30-mile highway through Lassen Volcanic National Park is now open for the season. Thanks to the diligent efforts of…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park Bolsters Youth Camping Program Thanks to Grant
Lassen Volcanic National Park is gearing up to expand its youth camping program thanks to a generous grant from the…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park Hosting Lyrid Meteor Shower Viewing Event
Photo: Lassen Volcanic National Park Northern California residents are in for a celestial treat as Lassen National Forest, Lassen Volcanic…
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Lassen National Forest Looking for Campground Hosts for the 2024 Season
If you love the great outdoors and enjoy meeting new people, volunteering as a campground host with Lassen National Forest…
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Watch Hikers Complete the Grueling Trek to the Top of Lassen Peak in the Winter
The hike to the top of Lassen Peak is popular for outdoor adventurers in the summer months. The maintained trail…
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13 Snowshoe Hikes in Lassen Volcanic National Park
A snowshoer waves on a ranger-led snowshoe walk through the red fir forest. Lassen Volcanic National Park is one of…
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Lassen National Forest Offering Free Guided Snowshoe Tours in February
The Almanor Ranger District is inviting outdoor enthusiasts to explore the breathtaking beauty of Lassen National Forest on snowshoes. These…
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This Man is the Namesake of Lassen Volcanic National Park. His Murder Remains a Mystery.
You’ve surely seen the name Lassen plastered throughout Northern California, but behind the name sits a wild west murder mystery.…
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Chaos, Lava and Snow – A Winter Trip to Crags Lake in Lassen Volcanic National Park
For an area replete with unattractive names, the trail to Crags Lake is filled with beauty. Last weekend, we had…
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Highway Through Lassen Volcanic National Park Closes for the Winter
As winter blankets the region in pristine snow, Lassen Volcanic National Park’s highway is now closed for the season, signaling…
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A Snowshoe Hike to Sulphur Works in Lassen Volcanic National Park
Sitting near the southwest entrance of Lassen Volcanic National Park is some of the most prominent evidence of hydrothermal activity…
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Photos Show Lassen Looking Like a Winter Wonderland with a Fresh Coat of Snow
With the first series of storms rolling through Northern California the past week, high-elevation regions are beginning to see some…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park Warns that Impending Winter Conditions Could Impact Operations
As the seasons shift and Lassen Volcanic National Park prepares for winter, visitors should take note of potential seasonal changes…
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Here’s How to Cut Down Your Own Christmas Tree in the Lassen National Forest
This holiday season, revive a cherished tradition or create a new one by cutting your own Christmas tree in the…
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VIDEO: Lassen Pack Seen Running Through Field Full of Cattle in Northern California
California’s first wolf pack to return to the state in over a century, the Lassen Pack, continues to grow in…
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Watch the Incredible Video of the Lassen Peak Eruption in 1914
My interest with our surrounding volcanic activity has turned from curiosity to obsession. The last eruption of Mount Shasta occurred…
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Significant Road Closures Occurring in Lassen Volcanic NP this Week
Lassen Volcanic National Park has issued a travel warning for people intending to visit the park this week. A scheduled…
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Dixie Fire Restoration Project Closes 3-Mile Section of the Lake Almanor Recreation Trail
In a significant step towards forest management and safety improvement, the Lassen National Forest has initiated the next phase of…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park Celebrates its Beautiful 107-Year History
Lassen Peak reflecting over Manzanita Lake Of all the destinations and parks in Northern California, Lassen Volcanic National Park might…
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You Can Rent this Historic Lookout Cabin in the Lassen National Forest
In the Lassen National Forest, a historic lookout cabin stands tall, providing sweeping views of the outdoors near the Ishi…
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Highway Through Lassen Volcanic National Park Now Open to the Public
The scenic 30-mile highway winding through Lassen Volcanic National Park has officially opened for the summer season. However, certain sections…
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Throwback: Stunning Footage Captured of Lightning Exploding Tree in Lassen Park
A stunning video captured in the Lassen Park’s Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center shows just how powerful lightning can be. Park…
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Capturing History: 10 Mind-Blowing Photos from the Lassen Peak Eruption
When Lassen Peak Erupted in 1914, there were no advanced photographical instruments. There were no DSLR’s or drones or GoPro’s,…
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How to Experience Being Surrounded by Millions of Butterflies on Lassen Peak
Lassen Peak is known to many as Northern California’s most active volcano, having erupted just over 100 years ago. The…
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See Stunning Footage of the International Space Station Passing Over Lassen Volcanic National Park
On Saturday, the International Space Station (ISS) embarked on another celestial journey across Northern California, this time capturing an extraordinary…
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Ancient ‘Donut-Shaped’ Rock Found in Rural Northern California. What the Heck is it?
An interesting rock was discovered in the rural town of Termo, California, bringing many questions about how it was created…
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How the Lake Almanor Earthquakes are Related to Lassen Volcanic National Park
Lassen Peak looks over Lake Almanor. Photo by Ryan C. Two magnitude 5 earthquakes hit the Lake Almanor area over a…
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Did You Know There’s More Than One Volcano in Lassen Volcanic National Park?
Photo by Austin Schmid Did you know that Lassen Peak is not the only volcano in Lassen Volcanic National Park? While…
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These Volcanic Sand Dunes in Northern California are a Colorful Masterpiece of Nature
For anyone willing to make the tricky trek to the top of Lassen’s Cinder Cone, the view you find at…
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A History of Lassen Park in Photos
Lassen Volcanic National Park’s history is fascinating, from the eruption of Lassen Peak to the naming of Hat Creek to…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park Shifts to a Fully Cashless Payment System
Starting May 1, Lassen Volcanic National Park will implement a fully cashless fee system, accepting only mobile or electronic payments…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park Forecast to Receive a Whopping 15 Feet of Snow this Week
The walkway to the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center in Lassen Volcanic National Park For over a week, weather enthusiasts have…
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VIDEO: Hikers Snowshoe Across Frozen Lake Helen in Lassen Volcanic National Park
In the wintertime in Lassen Volcanic National Park, visitors are met with a closed highway, meaning to visit most destinations…
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7 Incredible Winter Adventures Near Redding, California
Brought to you by Choose Redding Lassen Volcanic National Park in the winter It’s officially winter in Northern California, which…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park is a Breathtaking Winter Wonderland Right Now
When the first storm of the week left Northern California on Friday morning, many mountain areas saw a beautiful bluebird…
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The 4 Volcanos Surrounding Northern California Are Some Of The Most Dangerous in America
Photo by Jeffrey Eisen It’s no secret – we have some active volcanos in our area. But are you aware that…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park Closes Highway for Winter Season
The winter season is upon us, meaning outdoor destinations are altering their operations to deal with snow accumulation in the…
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Lassen’s Subway Cave Closes for the Winter Season
On November 15, the Subway Cave in Lassen National Forest closed for the winter season. It’s expected to reopen for…
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Icicles Galore: A Winter Exploration of Lassen’s Subway Cave
It is one of the locations that is close enough to make a day trip, and one I have done…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park Announces Partial Reopening of Kings Creek Falls Overlook
The rebuilding of infrastructure in Lassen Volcanic National Park continues after 73,240 acres of the park was burned in the…
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Lassen Park Highway Reopens Following Snow Closure
Photo: NPS/Charles Hardy Earlier this week, an early-season storm blanketed the high-elevation areas of Northern California, including a nice dusting…
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Lassen Park Highway Closed Due to Snowfall
The early-season storm that soaked Northern California on Sunday has brought some snow to high-elevation areas. As the rain moved…
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This Nighttime Timelapse Shows Why Lassen is One of the Best Places to Go Stargazing
When the summer and fall seasons arrive in Northern California, the night sky comes alive with the best viewing opportunities…
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Nostalgic Northern California National Park Posters to Hang in Your Home
Rob Decker grew up in the Bay Area and found a love for National Parks at a young age. He…
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What a Helicopter Rescue Tells Us About Hiking in the Burnt Areas of Lassen Volcanic National Park
Photo: National Park Service Lassen Volcanic National Park officials encourage visitors to walk off trail and explore. With Lassen’s centerpiece…
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6 Tips for Hiking Brokeoff Mountain in Lassen Volcanic National Park
Brokeoff Mountain in Lassen National Park is notorious for being one of the most difficult hikes in our area. The…
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What to Expect When Visiting Lassen Volcanic National Park After the Dixie Fire
The entrance sign to Juniper Lake burned by the Dixie Fire. Photo: NPS In 2021, the Dixie Fire ravaged five…
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Lassen Park Highway Opens for the Summer Season
Photo: National Park Service The road through Lassen Volcanic National Park opened to vehicle traffic on Friday, June 3rd, indicating…
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Lassen Park Highway Now Open to Bikers, with Full Vehicle Access Expected Soon
Photo: National Park Service Lassen Volcanic National Park officials have announced that they’ve finished clearing the park highway of snow,…
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Woman Rescued After Getting Stuck in the Lassen Snow for 6 Days
On April 14, Sheena Gullett of Little Valley was separated from her companion after their truck stalled on the snowy…
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Bear Hilariously Stops and Poses for a Trail Cam in Northern California Wilderness
Randy Robbins has become well known throughout Northern California for his fantastic trail camera photography of wildlife in the region,…
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This May Be the Greatest Wildlife Photo Ever Taken in California. Here’s Why.
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Randy Robbins (@randy_robbins_of_susanville) It’s been a few days since award-winning photographer…
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NorCal Photographer Captures Rare Photos of the Lassen Pack
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Randy Robbins (@randy_robbins_of_susanville) Randy Robbins has achieved a goal that has…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park Will Partially Reopen Following 2-Month Dixie Fire Closure
Portions of Lassen Volcanic National Park that are unaffected by the Dixie Fire will reopen on Monday, October 4.   Lassen…
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Lassen Officials Confirm Bumpass Hell Boardwalk Remains Intact Following Dixie Fire
Photo by Quentin Burgess When the Dixie Fire made its historic movement through the south side of Lassen Volcanic National Park,…
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VIDEO: Driving Through Lassen Volcanic National Park During the Dixie Fire
As the Dixie Fire burns through the southern areas of Lassen Volcanic National Park, locals are desperate for any information…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park Officials Evacuate the Area as Dixie Fire Consumes Southwest Portion of the Park
The Dixie Fire is continuing its destructive path through Lassen Volcanic National Park, with park officials evacuating the area. Recent…
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It Looks Like Bumpass Hell and Kings Creek Falls Have Been Burned by the Dixie Fire
It was terrible news to hear that areas of Lassen Volcanic National Park had been burned by the Dixie Fire,…
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This is All That Remains of Lassen’s Historic Mount Harkness Fire Lookout
It was terrible to learn that the historic Mount Harkness Fire Lookout was destroyed from the flames of the Dixie…
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Historic Fire Lookout in Lassen Volcanic National Park Destroyed by Dixie Fire
An infrared flight on August 6, 2021 showed fire activity near the Mount Harkness Lookout in the Juniper Lake area…
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Dixie Fire Grows into Lassen Volcanic National Park, Closing the Entire Park
The Dixie Fire continues to blaze through communities in rural Northern California and force thousands of residents to evacuate their…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park Issues Closures Due to Dixie Fire
With the Dixie Fire growing into the Lassen National Forest and nearby Lake Almanor, the Lassen Volcanic National Park has…
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Lassen Locals Plead with Public Not to Visit Right Now
As the Dixie Fire continues to grow larger and force evacuations throughout Plumas, Butte and Lassen counties, some locals near…
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Lassen Park Highway to Open a Month Earlier than Usual
Photo by Deanna Lewis With dwindling snowpack melting at a rapid rate throughout the Sierra Nevada, the summer months are quickly…
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Man with ‘Mafia Style’ Accent Goes on a Hilarious Botany Tour of Lassen Volcanic National Park
If you’re interested in botany in Lassen Volcanic National Park, the above video has plenty of great information for you.…
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The Massive Road Clearing Operation is Underway in Lassen Volcanic National Park
A snow plow clears snow near the Devastated Area. Photo by NPS. When the springtime hits Lassen Volcanic National Park, park…
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