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California
18.5 mi
Distance
544 ft
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What we do know
Inside Lassen National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Butte Lake
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Butte Lake is an ultra-distance trail offering a challenging day hike or backpacking adventure through the volcanic landscape of northeastern California. This remote route traverses high desert terrain with minimal elevation change relative to its length, providing expansive views and solitude in a stark, beautiful environment. The trail's length and distance from major population centers make it ideal for experienced hikers seeking an off-the-beaten-path experience.
Cinder Cone Trail
~7 min drive
<figure> </figure> <p><strong>Start:</strong> Butte Lake parking area<br /> <strong>Round-Trip Distance to Base: </strong>2.4 miles<br /> <strong>Round Trip Distance to Summit:</strong> 4 miles<br /> <strong>Round-Trip Time: </strong>3 hours<br /> <strong>Elevation Change:</st…
Cone-Hay Mdws Caribou
~3 min drive
Moderate 7.5-mile subalpine meadow hike with modest elevation gain.
West Triangle Lake Caribou
~4 min drive
Easy alpine lake hike with scenic mountain views and pristine waters.
Triangle-Lvnp Caribou
~5 min drive
Easy 3.5-mile trail with minimal elevation gain in Triangle-Lvnp area.
Mount Harkness Fire Lookout
~18 min drive
<p>Perched atop Mt. Harkness in the southeast corner of Lassen Volcanic National Park, Mount Harkness Fire Lookout has served as an active fire lookout and visitor destination since its construction in 1930. The rustic style two-story wood and stone structure sits at 8,046 fee…
Cone Lake
~5 min drive
Moderate alpine lake hike with steady climbing through forest to scenic mountain lake.
Gem Lake Caribou
~8 min drive
Easy alpine lake hike with minimal elevation gain and big mountain views.
Emerald-Cypress Caribou
~9 min drive
Scenic 4.12-mile trail with 456 ft gain through California forest and meadow.
Warner Valley Day Use Area
~22 min drive
<p><strong>Season:</strong> June through October; road closed winter/spring<br /> <a href="https://www.nps.gov/places/www.nps.gov/lavo/planyourvisit/gettingaround.htm#jl">Access</a><strong>:</strong> Dirt road not recommended for trailers<br /> <a href="https://www.nps.gov/lav…
Crater Lake
~15 min drive
Moderate 12.77-mile volcanic crater lake loop with 1,861 ft elevation gain.
