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Lassen Volcanic · July

Lassen Volcanic in July

July is the busiest time to visit Lassen Volcanic — busier than June, busier than August.

Expect peak crowds (10/10), highs near 79°F, about 14.8 hours of daylight, and 1 seasonal closure in effect.

Crowd score

How busy it gets

10/10
Peak

The park's busiest time. Reservations, early starts, and patience recommended.

About 100% of this park's busiest month.

Source: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, 2023–2025

Data: NPS visitation 2023–2025 · crowd scores computed Oct 2026 · alerts checked Oct 18, 2026. How this is calculated →

Computed from federal data · Methodology by Sharon Ben-Moshe

Visitation

Typical July visits vs. the year

July (typical)102,834
Peak — July102,834
Quietest — March6,126

July draws about 24% of Lassen Volcanic’s yearly visitors.

Typical monthly recreation visits, averaged over the most recent three full years.

Source: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, 2023–2025

Weather

July weather

Avg high
79°F
Avg low
46°F
Precipitation
0.3"
Sunrise
4:48 AM
Sunset
7:34 PM
Daylight
14.8h

Source: NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, MANZANITA LAKE, CA US

What's open

Lassen Volcanic in July: access

The park is always open. Road access is limited during the winter season, approximately November through May, due to snow.

Seasonal closures may apply:

  • Information

    Juniper Lake Campground Closed

    The Juniper Lake Campground and day use area is currently closed for maintenance and campground improvement projects. Potable water is not available in the campground. The Juniper Lake Road (access to lake and trailheads) is open. Please drive with caution as road crews and contractors may be actively working along the roadway.

    Details on nps.gov →

Source: NPS Data API

Conditions

Current alerts

  • Information

    Visitor Phone Line Intermittent

    You may experience problems reaching park staff via the main visitor phone line which functions intermittently. You may email the park at lavo_information@nps.gov with general park questions.

  • Information

    EV charging station unavailable

    The Electric Vehicle charging station is non-functional. There is no timeline for when it may become available. Please plan accordingly.

    Details on nps.gov →

Source: NPS Data API

Context

Lassen Volcanic crowds across the year

January: 1/10 crowdJanFebruary: 1/10 crowdFebMarch: 1/10 crowdMarApril: 1/10 crowdAprMay: 4/10 crowdMayJune: 7/10 crowdJunJuly: 10/10 crowd10JulAugust: 7/10 crowdAugSeptember: 7/10 crowdSepOctober: 5/10 crowdOctNovember: 1/10 crowdNovDecember: 1/10 crowdDec

Alternatives

Quieter nearby in July

FAQ

Lassen Volcanic in July

How busy is Lassen Volcanic in July?

July rates 10/10 for crowds (Peak) at Lassen Volcanic National Park — about 100% of its busiest month. Typical recreation visits: 102,834.

What is the weather like at Lassen Volcanic in July?

In July, Lassen Volcanic averages a high of 79°F and a low of 46°F, with about 0.3 inches of precipitation.

How much does it cost to visit Lassen Volcanic?

Entrance to Lassen Volcanic costs $30 (Admits one private, non-commercial vehicle. Valid for up to 7 consecutive days from day of purchase at Lassen Volcanic National Park. When entrance station is not staffed, digital passes may be purchased online at recreation.gov.).

When is Lassen Volcanic least crowded?

Lassen Volcanic is quietest in January and February. If your dates are flexible, those months bring the thinnest crowds of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Lassen Volcanic get in July?

In mid-July, Lassen Volcanic gets about 14.8 hours of daylight, with sunrise around 4:48 AM and sunset around 7:34 PM.