Lassen Volcanic National Park welcomes Acting Park Superintendent, Martha Crusius, on February 6. Martha comes to Lassen with a wealth of experience she has gained over the past 33 years of working for the National Park Service (NPS). https://www.nps.gov/lavo/learn/news/lassen-volcanic-national-park-welcomes-acting-park-superintendent.htm Source: Lassen Volcanic National Park News
Lassen Volcanic National Park Superintendent Steve Gibbons announced he will retire on January 7 after a career spanning five decades, thirty-four years of National Park Service (NPS) experience, and twenty-eight parks. https://www.nps.gov/lavo/learn/news/superintendent-steve-gibbons-retires.htm Source: Lassen Volcanic National Park News
MINERAL, CA – The recent storms and transition to icy winter conditions have closed the Lassen Volcanic National Park highway through the park to vehicle traffic for the season. The park highway is open to the Manzanita Lake area at the north entrance and to the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center, one mile inside the … Read more
The winning entry for the 2017 Lassen Annual Pass photo contest features an American pika on the Lassen Peak trail and was submitted by Michele Swartout of Red Bluff, CA. https://www.nps.gov/lavo/learn/news/2017-photo-contest.htm Source: Lassen Volcanic National Park News
Lassen Volcanic National Park plans to ignite burn piles within the next several weeks as the region transitions to fall seasonal conditions. Park fire crews will take advantage of the changing weather conditions to complete fuels reduction projects throughout the park https://www.nps.gov/lavo/learn/news/2016-pile-burning-in-lassen-volcanic-national-park.htm Source: Lassen Volcanic National Park News
Lassen Volcanic National Park has numerous events planned to celebrate Lassen’s and the National Park Service Centennials during the months of July and August. https://www.nps.gov/lavo/learn/news/centennial-events.htm Source: Lassen Volcanic National Park News
National Parks, September 6, 2016 — Get ready to take over Your Sierra National Parks via two-wheel Peddle Power, September 24th 2016. The First Ever Bike Your Park day will be a National event with over 1,300 rides & with nearly 10,000 participants in all 50 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., and several countries are already registered for the … Read more
Overnight backcountry users are not required to store their food and other scented items in an approved food storage container (bear canister). https://www.nps.gov/lavo/learn/news/bear-canisters-required.htm Source: Lassen Volcanic National Park News
Lassen will celebrate the 100th birthday of the National Park Service on August 25 with free entrance, a special showing of This America, and special ranger-led programs. https://www.nps.gov/lavo/learn/news/nps-centennial.htm Source: Lassen Volcanic National Park News
Sequoia and Lassen Volcanic National Parks Celebrate Centennial Events with Dark Sky Festivals in August August 2016 – The dark skies of the Sierra mountain range are one of the true treasures to be explored when visiting. As a resident, I enjoy the night sky near Lake Tahoe nearly every night for just a few … Read more
Lassen Volcanic National Park, July 26 2016 – The Centennial celebration of our National Park system has brought many new visitors to our parks in the Sierra this summer. Lassen Volcanic National Park this year has welcomed guests with a great summer landscape that includes remnants of the snow pack left behind from the winter storms, active … Read more
Two Important Summer Events Set For June 11 & 12, 2016 at Lassen Volcanic National Park Lassen Volcanic National Park Ca, June 6 2016 – A kickoff of sorts to summer recreation in the Northern Sierra, Lassen Volcanic National Park will open the through Road (HWY 89) this weekend with two significant events to start summer … Read more
Lassen Volcanic National Park Lassen Volcanic National Park – April 16-23rd is National Park week around the Nation, meaning free entrance to some of the most amazing places on earth for you and your family. In the Sierra’s we are blessed with Four National Park options and although Lassen Volcanic National Park is the least … Read more
MINERAL, CA –A new high-tech sandbox at Lassen Volcanic National Park teaches concepts relating to topography and watersheds through touch. “We are excited to offer this cutting-edge technology as a tool for visitors of all ages to learn more about the park,” stated Park Superintendent Steve Gibbons. “It is easy to learn about things we can … Read more
Bring the Snowshoes, Skis and Sleds as Monday in Fee Free Day in the Sierra National Parks National Parks, USA- Fee Free Day for Martin Luther Kings Birthday January 18th, provides everyone the opportunity to take a day and enjoy our national parks. In the Sierra, we are blessed with Four National Parks, Yosemite, Lassen … Read more
Lassen, Yosemite and Kings Canyon/Sequoia National Parks 2016 Fee Free Days National Parks- The National parks service has announced their 2016 Fee Free Days. Each year the Park system uses Fee Free Days to increase volunteer opportunities and to help introduce new people to the park system. These are great days to not only fantastic … Read more
20 Great Ideas For Kids When Visiting The Sierra National Parks Sierra National Parks – The Sierra mountains are home to four National Parks: Yosemite National Park; Lassen Volcanic National Park; Kings Canyon National Park and Sequoia National Park. And with President Obama’s new get kids in the Parks program, which coincides with the 100th Anniversary of National … Read more
Lassen Volcanic National Park – A New Event will start this weekend in Lassen Volcanic National Park. Moonlight Paddling Tours on Manzanita Lake. Lassen is known for its rugged volcanic landscapes and variety of lake experiences visitors can enjoy while visiting the park. These new Tours provide another great way to see the park and enjoy … Read more
Lassen’s dark skies offer unparalleled view of the celestial wonders. Lassen Volcanic National Park – One of the true joys of living in the West all my life has been the incredible sky’s that are seen at night. The Sierra Mountain Range offers some spectacular viewing opportunities if you are an avid Sky watcher or … Read more
Lassen Volcanic National Park – Snowshoe Guide – Ok, I admit it, I love snowshoeing. I received my first pair of snowshoes for Christmas this year and am already hooked, which has me exploring all my favorite Sierra Locations for information on where to go snowshoeing. So where are the can’t-miss locations to visit … Read more
