Susanville, California
The best trails and outdoor activities in Susanville, California, are a must-visit for anyone seeking scenic outdoor adventures. The Bizz Johnson Trail is a top choice, offering 25.4 miles of trail along the Susan River. Hikers can enjoy views of the river, high desert canyon, and unique rock formations. The trail is of moderate difficulty, suitable for most fitness levels. For a more challenging hike, try the South Side Trail, a rugged 5.3-mile loop with a steep climb and panoramic views of the valley. Eagle Lake, just outside Susanville, is another top attraction. It's the second-largest natural lake in California and a popular spot for fishing, boating, and bird watching. For a more relaxed outdoor activity, visit the Lassen Historical Museum's beautiful gardens. These are just a few of the best outdoor activities in and near Susanville.
Top Spots in and near Susanville
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Old Station, California
Bumpas Hell to Cold Boiling Lake
4.05.32 mi / 1007 ft gainBumpas Hell to Cold Boiling Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Old Station, California.Read more -
Old Station, California
Subway Cave Lava Tubes
5.00.65 mi / 33 ft gainThe Subway Cave Lava Tube is located at Old Station in the Lassen National Forest. About 26 miles south of Burney, CA. If coming from the North, it is on Highway 89 (Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway) on your left right before Highway 44. If coming from Redding, about 60 miles away, you would enter th...Read more -
Shasta County, California
Lassen Peak
4.44.66 mi / 1936 ft gainOne of my personal favorites and a hidden gem of California that keeps circling my mind is the Lassen Peak Trail. Don't let the trail map (2.5 miles one way) deceive you and make you think this is a short trail. The elevation gain is is 2000 feet from the parking lot to the end of the peak. The a...Read more -
Shasta County, California
Summit Mt. Lassen via the Northeast Face
5.08 mi / 4000 ft gainThis route is perfect for those with some mountaineering skill looking to challenge themselves on either a long day climb (10-12 hours) of one of California’s most iconic peaks. 1: The approach (1500 feet of elevation gain) For the best chance of summiting, start very early, around 2-4 am. Most ...Read more -
Shasta County, California
Bumpass Hell Trail
4.72.71 mi / 502 ft gainDue to hazardous snow and ice, Bumpass Hell Trail closes during the spring and may not open until July. From the Bumpass Hell Parking Area, the trail traverses the rocky slopes of Bumpass Mountain. The trail slowly ascends 200 feet with views of the valley to the west and Lassen Peak to the nort...Read more -
Shasta County, California
Lake Helen in Lassen Volcanic NP
5.0Lake Helen is a glacial lake in Lassen Volcanic NP. The park's winter season starts in October and runs through June. Lake Helen can be found thawing mid-June. The turquoise blue of the water comes from the minerals in it, and is mesmerizingly beautiful when thawing in pools over a snowy Lake ...Read more -
Tehama County, California
Brokeoff Mountain Trail
4.06.93 mi / 2474 ft gainPeaking above the volcanic valley at 9235 ft, Brokeoff Mountain is only second in height to Mt. Lassen in the national park they share. Brokeoff was once a part of a larger volcano called Mt. Tehama that erupted, eventually leading to its collapse. The event left a rugged volcanic rim, now con...Read more -
Shasta County, California
Visit Sulphur Works at Lassen Volcanic NP
4.02 mi / 200 ft gainLassen Volcanic National Park is a wonderland of lush pine forests, arid rocky terrain, boiling lakes, snow-capped peaks, and extremely diverse wildlife. I recommend at least a week to explore this underrated national park, but if you are only driving through, you can still enjoy some of the won...Read more -
Plumas County, California
Hike to Little Jamison Falls
3.02 mi / 500 ft gainTo get to the falls from the town of Graeagle, CA take Graeagle-Johnsville off Highway 89 towards the town of Johnsville. After 4.5 miles take a left on a dirt road to Jamison Mine Day Use Parking. If you go over the bridge and into the town of Johnsville, you have gone too far. Continue down th...Read more -
Tehama County, California
Explore Deer Creek Falls
5.00.5 miThis extremely short hike starts just off of Highway 32. From Chester, head southwest on 32 for roughly 21 miles. There is a turnout and a sign where the trail starts. This waterfall is best viewed in the spring when there is still a large amount of snow melt off. This waterfall is definitely not...Read more -
Shingletown, California
Hike the Chaos Crags Trail
3.8 mi / 915 ft gainManzanita Lake campground is located about 1/2 mile past the Northwest entrance of Lassen Volcanic National Park. The trailhead is located just before the campground sites about 0.1 mile off of the main road and marked with a sign (including a map) and a few parking spaces. The trail starts o...Read more -
Shasta County, California
Photograph Lassen Peak
4.8Located in Northern California, Lassen Volcanic National Park is an astoundingly beautiful, diverse, yet under-appreciated park in the national park system.Manzanita Lake, located at the northwest park entrance, holds the largest campground in the park, and affords a gorgeous, photograph worthy v...Read more -
Shasta County, California
Camp out at Manzanita Lake Cabins in Lassen Volcanic NP
Deep in the Lassen National Forest is the beautiful and surprisingly one of the least visited National Parks, Lassen Volcanic National Park. On the north entrance of the park, you will find the beautiful Manzanita Lake Cabins and Campground with the gorgeous blue lake in the foreground. Getting ...Read more -
Shingletown, California
Manzanita Lake Loop
4.01.88 mi / 121 ft gainManzanita Lake Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Old Station, California.Read more -
Frazier Creek Road, California
Hike to Frazier Falls
4.01 mi / 1 ft gainFrazier Falls is the ultimate family hike. Because the paved trail is only a mile long round trip, this trail is open to nearly anyone. Because of its relativly easy access and family friendly nature, this trail can get busy during the summer months.To reach Frazier Falls from the town of Graea...Read more
