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Lassen Volcanic in November

November is one of the best times to visit Lassen Volcanic — quieter than October, about as busy as December.

Expect light crowds (1/10), highs near 47°F, about 9.9 hours of daylight, and 1 seasonal closure in effect.

Crowd score

How busy it gets

1/10
Quiet

Well below this park's peak — easy parking, open trails, short lines.

About 9% 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 November visits vs. the year

November (typical)9,362
Peak — July102,834
Quietest — March6,126

November draws about 2% 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

November weather

Avg high
47°F
Avg low
26°F
Precipitation
4.7"
Sunrise
6:52 AM
Sunset
4:47 PM
Daylight
9.9h

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

What's open

Lassen Volcanic in November: 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 crowdJulAugust: 7/10 crowdAugSeptember: 7/10 crowdSepOctober: 5/10 crowdOctNovember: 1/10 crowd1NovDecember: 1/10 crowdDec

FAQ

Lassen Volcanic in November

How busy is Lassen Volcanic in November?

November rates 1/10 for crowds (Quiet) at Lassen Volcanic National Park — about 9% of its busiest month. Typical recreation visits: 9,362.

What is the weather like at Lassen Volcanic in November?

In November, Lassen Volcanic averages a high of 47°F and a low of 26°F, with about 4.7 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 November?

In mid-November, Lassen Volcanic gets about 9.9 hours of daylight, with sunrise around 6:52 AM and sunset around 4:47 PM.