Kings Creek & Summit Lake•Lassen Volcanic National Park

00:00     Title
00:14     Battle Creek Campground-Lassen National Forest
06:13     Sulphur Works
15:13     Emerald Lake
16:09     Bumpass Hell Overlook
19:10     Lake Helen & Lassen Peak
22:42     Kings Creek & Summit Lake
26:56     Devastated Area
28:21     Manzanita Lake
31:05     Fin

​There are several unique environmental areas in Lassen Volcanic National Park that beckon to be experienced. Overall this volcanic environment is so far removed from the normal world, that a visitor will completely forget about the daily routine back home. Every mile along the park touring route will reveal something new and fascinating to see. This is especially true when traveling downhill going east from Lassen Peak, which is where the Kings Creek meadows first come into view. The first sight of this picturesque meandering creek running through the lush green alpine meadows will cause an urge to pull off the road to take in the views. Further downhill at the bottom of the incline, the panoramic views of Kings Creek get even better when the towering mountains fill the background. It definitely is best to plan on spending at least a half day in this area just to take it all in.

The Kings Creek alpine meadow views certainly are majestic, so be sure to pack a good camera for the ride. A visitor might as well lug along a backpack too, because there are several interesting hiking trails in this area that are well worth taking on. One such foot path goes to Kings Creek Falls, where hours can be spent soaking up the sights and sounds of white water in the deep forest. Another trail goes to Summit Lake, which is practically right next door. Summit Lake definitely is yet another picturesque place where spending some extra time is required in this big park and the best part is a developed campground is situated next to the water. The Summit Lake Campground is in the Lassen Volcanic Park reservation system, so it is easy to make this dream come true!