Crystal Lake Trail
A short but steep hike to one of Lassen's most beautiful lakes.
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Crystal Lake Trail Details
The hike to Crystal Lake is a great option for those camped at Juniper Lake or if you have a limited amount of time in the park. The hike is short -- just .8 miles round trip -- and consists of moderate switchbacks that do a good job of getting the legs burning and the lungs working. You'll climb 450 feet up to the lake, which lies in a basin at the rim of a rocky valley. Rocks lining the shore make a great spot to picnic or relax. In the summer, the lake turns a bright green/deep blue, making Crystal one of the most beautiful of Lassen's lakes. Crystal Lake has its own trailhead, which is located .3 miles north of the Juniper Lake Campground.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
0.8 miles
Estimated time
40 min.
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Crystal Lake Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Crystal Lake Trail
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0.5 mi away
Juniper Lake Campground
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Mt. Harkness Trail
Hang out at an active fire lookout at the top of Mt. Harkness.
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Inspiration Point
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0.8 mi away
Horseshoe Lake Trail
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