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Ridge Lakes Trail
A short but steep hike that will take you into Lassen's high alpine environment.
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Ridge Lakes Trail Details
The Ridge Lakes Trail is short and steep, with rewarding views. The hike, a two-mile round trip, ends at two small alpine lakes cradled between Brokeoff Mountain and Mt. Diller. If you hike the Ridge Lakes Trail in July or August, you may be fortunate enough to see the wildflowers of Lassen at their peak. On a clear day, frequent stops and overlooks along the trail provide views of Sulphur Works and Sulphur Creek. After switchbacking through a forest, hikers will find themselves at the lake basin. Though the steep trail gains 1,000 feet in one mile, this is a great option for those looking to get into the alpine area of the park in a short amount of time. Park at the Sulphur Works parking area, which is a mile past the Southwest Entrance. Fill up water bottles at the Kohm Yah-mah-nee visitor center beforehand. There are restrooms at the trailhead.
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
2 miles
Estimated time
2 hours
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Ridge Lakes Trail
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0.0 mi away
Sulphur Works
This volcanic sulphur pot is the most accessible sight in Lassen.
0.8 mi away
Kohm Yahmahnee Visitor Center
Visitor Center information and hours.
0.8 mi away
Lassen Cafe and Gift
A small cafe located inside the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center.
0.8 mi away
Lassen Volcanic National Park
Containing 30 volcanic peaks, Lassen Volcanic National Park offers the opportunity to see the devastating results of relatively recent volcanic activity on the landscape along with still-active geothermal features.
0.8 mi away
Southwest Campground
Campground adjacent to the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center.
