Lassen Volcanic National Park Travel Guide
Lassen Volcanic National Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Lassen Volcanic National Park is a national park in California. Lassen Volcanic National Park is a US national park known for hydrothermal basins and a plug dome volcano.
Right now it is 39°F (4°C) in Lassen Volcanic National Park with clear sky. It feels like 32°F. Today runs from 27°F to 47°F. Chance of precipitation is 4%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.6/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Lassen Volcanic National Park is June, July and August. The climate is subarctic. February, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 78°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 21°F.
The closest major airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), about 205 mi away. Nearby highlights include Mount Shasta, Emerald Bay State Park, Redwood National and State Parks and Crater Lake National Park.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 47°F is 9.2°F below the 56°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Lassen Volcanic National Park today at 9.8/10. Overnight lows near 27°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Lassen Volcanic National Park
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Coordinates: 40°29′51.7″N 121°25′14.5″W (40.4977, -121.4207)
Weather in Lassen Volcanic National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:19 PM, Oct 28 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌨️ 42° / 25°
Light snow · 24% rain · wind 10 mph
☀️ 44° / 21°
Clear sky · 27% rain · wind 8 mph
Quick facts about Lassen Volcanic National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | California |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°29′51.7″N 121°25′14.5″W (40.4977, -121.4207) |
| Established | 1916 |
| Known for | hydrothermal basins and a plug dome volcano |
| Local time | 8:19 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Things to do in Lassen Volcanic National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Lassen Volcanic National Park.
Best time to visit Lassen Volcanic National Park
Go in June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: February, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Insulated outer layer, hat and boots with grip for ice
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices - frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid February, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Lassen Volcanic National Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco International Airport | SFO | 205 mi | San Francisco |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lassen Volcanic National Park?
Lassen Volcanic National Park is a national park in California. Its coordinates are 40.4977, -121.4207. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Lassen Volcanic National Park right now?
It is currently 39°F (4°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 58% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lassen Volcanic National Park?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Lassen Volcanic National Park, which has a subarctic climate. February, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lassen Volcanic National Park in?
Lassen Volcanic National Park observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 8:19 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Lassen Volcanic National Park?
The closest airports are San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 205 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Lassen Volcanic National Park?
Popular options include Mount Shasta, Emerald Bay State Park, Redwood National and State Parks, Crater Lake National Park, Crater Lake and Alcatraz Island.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 28, 2026 at 8:19 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
