Lassen, CA
HIKING
The Lassen National Forest lies at the heart of one of the most fascinating areas of California, called the Crossroads. Here the granite of the Sierra Nevada, the lava of the Cascades and the Modoc Plateau, and the sagebrush of the Great Basin meet and blend.
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With over 106,372 acres, you can find a wealth of fun activities that are as varied as the seasons of the park. For the hiker, over 150 miles of hiking trails are located within the park which range in difficulty from a strenuous 5 mile round-trip hike up Lassen Peak to a gentle 1.85 mile stroll around Manzanita Lake.
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The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail
Hat Creek Ranger District -- Lassen National Forest (530) 336-5521
Elevations along this section of the trail range from 3,200 to 5,500 feet. Because of the elevation, portions of the trail are impacted by snow until late spring. Be sure to take plenty of water with you, no drinking water is available along the 26 mile route that traverses Hat Creek Rim. For those of you that hike the trail, you will get some spectacular views of both Lassen and Shasta. Call Hat Creek Ranger Station at (530) 336-5521 to plan your trip.
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A good resource for Lassen hiking, backpacking, walking and day hikes.
Featured Lassen Resort
Best Western Rose Quartz Inn ─ Click for reviews and book online
306 Main St., Chester, CA
Nestled among the Sierra Nevada Mountain range in northern California, lies the Best Western Rose Quartz Inn. This Chester hotel is located next to Lake Almanor offering a variety of water activities such as boating, water skiing and fishing.
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