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Summit Lake, Lassen Volcanic National Park

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Summit Lake reviews

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  • We ended up choosing the south entrance of Summit Lake for our picnic as we traveled from the south end of the park to the north end. It was a hot day but much cooler at this elevation and plenty of....  more
    We ended up choosing the south entrance of Summit Lake for our picnic as we traveled from the south end of the park to the north end. It was a hot day but much cooler at this elevation and plenty of....  more »
  • You must stop at Summit Lake nestled in beautiful Lassen Volcanic Park for a wonderful, relaxing scene of this lake. The camp ground offers picknick tables and barbeque pits for a fun time with your.....  more
    You must stop at Summit Lake nestled in beautiful Lassen Volcanic Park for a wonderful, relaxing scene of this lake. The camp ground offers picknick tables and barbeque pits for a fun time with your.....  more »
  • Summit Lake is a small, shallow alpine lake (approximately .25 mile diameter) located inside Lassen Volcanic National Park. A NPS pass or entrance fee is required; $10-30 depending on time of year... 
    Summit Lake is a small, shallow alpine lake (approximately .25 mile diameter) located inside Lassen Volcanic National Park. A NPS pass or entrance fee is required; $10-30 depending on time of year...  more »
Google
  • Beautiful place.not crowded. Temerature in summer was moderate.many road side attractions. Rv park and camp sites. Hiking trails and lakes.many mudpots with steam were there.
  • As the photo shows absolutely crystal clear waters . Amazing disperses camping possibilities . High clearance off-road vehicle highly recommended.
  • Beautiful lake just off the Lassen Volcanic National Park Highway.
  • A nice lake around which there are campsites. Ideal for walks and for families with children.

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