A Traveler's Experience
rbull on December 8, 2004 (traveled on September 10, 1999)Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway (CA, OR)
Lassen Volcanic National Park near the Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway is one of our less appreciated national parks. There are geothermal features of interest, but hikers will not want to miss the climb to the summit of Lassen Peak. It's a rather steep steady climb over many switchbacks to the top, and completely in the open. If it's sunny, be prepared. Lava Beds National Monument, at the other end of the Byway, is fun to explore. There are many lava tubes to walk through -- flashlights provided by the Park Service. Drivers should be cautioned that filling stations are not to be found in every little town in this area. Plan ahead.
What Others Have Said
angel on September 2, 2011 (traveled on September 1, 2011)Crater Lake is a must-see stop along the Oregon section of the Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway. In my recent trip, the lupines were gorgeous, the views of Wizard Island, the Phantom Ship and the "deep blue lake" were astounding, and the Rim Drive was a real white-knuckle experience! Forest fires in the area gave the air a bit of a haze.
angel on September 2, 2011 (traveled on August 31, 2011)Petroglyphs at the foot of the mountain at Lava Beds National Monument are worth the side trip. Don't climb to the top of the bluff for petroglyphs, because there aren't any, but to admire the great views of Mount Shasta, Tule Lake, and the area.
Khinton on August 21, 2005I just had to show you the snow at Lassen NP in the summer.
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