AlertsCurrent ConditionsLast updated: 6/22/2024 | You may need to reload page to see updates.The Conditions Summary section below includes current information about about seasonal conditions, closures, fire and air quality, and other current information.
Status of Roads in the ParkLassen Volcanic National Park Highway and other park roads close to vehicle access during the winter snow season, typically November through May.
Roads to the ParkCheck conditions for area roads (map of the area) on the CalTrans QuickMap or Highway Conditions lookup page; or view current conditions on CalTrans webcams. The park does not determine chain control restrictions - this is determined by CalTrans. Please go to the CalTrans website for area chain control information. State Route (SR) 44/89 provides access to the Northwest Entrance/Manzanita Lake Area |
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Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center |
*Open Daily 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. |
OPEN |
Loomis Musuem |
Loomis Museum is open Thursday - Monday 9:00 am-5:00 pm. Note: The Museum is closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays through summer. |
OPEN |
Weather, Webcams & Snow Depths
Snow depths are updated when there is a significant change. Learn more about Lassen's snowpack and snowpack surveys.
There are no regular patrols into the interior of the park in the winter; information is provided only for the Manzanita Lake and Southwest Areas.
Last updated - June 13, 2024
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Manzanita Lake |
N\A |
Snow-free |
Southwest Entrance |
Patchy snow througout the vicinity of the southwest entrance. |
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Lassen Peak |
Snow-covered |
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California Cooperative Snow Surveys
Learn about Lassen's SnowpackSurveys typically take place around the start of every month, January through May or June.
View statewide survey information inlcluding two survey locations in the park.
Lower Lassen Peak (LLP) | Lake Helen 8200 feet elevation | Feather River Basin
April Survey
Date - March 24
Snow Depth - 193 inches/16 feet
Water content - 91 inches/7.6 feet
Density (water to snow ratio) - 47%
April 1 average for water content - 115%
New Manzanita Lake (MNZ) | Manzanita Lake 5900 feet elevation | Pit River Basin
April Survey
Date - March 29
Snow Depth - 31.5 inches
Water Content - 11.4 inches
Density (water to snow ratio) - 36%
April 1 average for water content - 142%
More Information
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Spring Road Clearing Operations
Road Clearing is taking place! Learn more about operations and find historic road closing and opening information.
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Check Trail Conditions
Trails throughout the park vary from short and easy hikes to multiple miles in the backcountry. Check for closures or snow coverage.
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View Operating Dates and Hours
View dates and hours for facilities including visitor centers, campgrounds, stores, and services.
Last updated: June 22, 2024