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2.3 miles
Distance
1,862 ft
Climb
-6 ft
Descent
01:57:21
Avg time
1,856 ft
Altitude change
8,510 ft
Altitude min
10,366 ft
Altitude max
8,510 ft
Altitude start
10,367 ft
Altitude end
15.1%
Grade
-8%
Grade max
62.4%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
121 ft
Distance down
177 ft
Distance flat
01:57:21
Avg time
Lassen Peak Trail Details
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Riding AreaLassen Volcanic National Park
Redding, California -
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Local Popularity100 in Hiking [+]
- 75 in Trail Running
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Hiking SAC ScaleT2 Mountain Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical RatingHard
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Alpine TrailYes
The trail to the top of Lassen Peak begins at the peak parking area at an elevation of 8500 feet. The popular trail is 2.5 miles one-way to the summit. There are many fantastic vistas of the park and surrounding areas from the trail (see picture gallery below). The summit provides one of the most spectacular views of the Devastated Area, a view from the top looking down (see picture in gallery below). This view is the best vantage point to contemplate the power of the 1914-17 eruptions. The lingering rotten-egg smell of hydrogen sulfide near the summit reminds visitors that Lassen is still considered an active, but dormant, volcano.
There are many switchbacks and the trail can be steep and rocky at times. Hiking boots are recommended. Round-trip takes 3 to 5 hours.
source: https://www.nps.gov/
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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(40.474730, -121.505690)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lassen Peak Trail
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Where is Lassen Peak Trail located?
Lassen Peak Trail is located in Lassen Volcanic National Park, Redding, California, United States. It is part of the Lassen Volcanic National Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 40.47473, -121.50569.
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How hard is Lassen Peak Trail?
Lassen Peak Trail is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 15.1%.
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What is the elevation gain for Lassen Peak Trail?
Lassen Peak Trail has 1,862 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 6 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 8,510 ft to 10,366 ft.
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Is Lassen Peak Trail a point to point trail?
Lassen Peak Trail is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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