Lassen Audio Tours

Then and Now Audio Tour Stop 16: Lassen Crossroads

An open-air pavilion to the east highlights the diverse features of the Lassen region

Then and Now Audio Tour Stop 15: Reflection Lake

This Lake has long been a popular destination for visitors who enjoy reflecting on nature’s beauty.

Then and Now Audio Tour Stop 14: Chaos Crags Vista

The stark domes of jagged rock before you are the aptly named Chaos Crags.

Then and Now Audio Tour Stop 13: Nobles Emigrant Trail

This trail was forged by wagon wheels of courageous pioneers and gold-seekers.

Then and Now Audio Tour Stop 12: Hot Rock

This rock was transported by one of Lassen Peak's most dramatic eruptions.

Then and Now Audio Tour Stop 11: The Devastated Area

The Devastated Area is evidence of nature's destructive forces.

Then and Now Audio Tour Stop 10: Hat Lake

The Hat Lake area illustrates the evolution of landscape under the influence of both humans and nature.

Then and Now Audio Tour Stop 9: Kings Creek Meadow

Kings Creek Meadow affords a dramatic view of Lassen Peak

Then and Now Audio Tour Stop 8: Lassen Peak

Lassen Peak is a monument to the area’s natural history and humankind’s adventurous spirit.

Then and Now Audio Tour Stop 7: Lake Helen

Lake Helen isn’t just a gorgeous jewel lying below Lassen Peak, it is also a critical part of Northern California’s watershed.

Then and Now Audio Tour Stop 6: Bumpass Hell Trailhead

The ever-popular Bumpass Hell area is a dramatic showcase of the power of change.

Then and Now Audio Tour Stop 5: Emerald Lake

There is more than meets the eye to this alpine lake.

Then and Now Audio Tour Stop 4: Little Hot Springs Valley

Below you lie the steaming, verdant gardens of Little Hot Springs Valley.

Then and Now Audio Tour Stop 3: Diamond Peak Pullout

Diamond peak is the weathered core of the once massive Brokeoff Volcano.

Then and Now Audio Tour Stop 2: Sulphur Works

Sulphur Works hydrothermal area is a reminder that Lassen is an active volcanic center.

Then and Now Audio Tour Stop 1: Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center

The Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center is a great place to start or end your trip to Lassen.

Then and Now Audio Tour: Introduction

Welcome to Lassen Volcanic National Park's Then and Now Highway Audio Tour.