Lassen Volcanic National Park hiking guide
Chaos Crags Trail
A 3.9-mile out-and-back with 840 ft of climbing in Manzanita Lake Area, rated moderate.
Key facts
- Length
- 3.9 mi (6.3 km)
- Elevation gain
- 840 ft (257 m)
- Route type
- Out and back
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Area
- Manzanita Lake Area
- Highest point
- 6,736 ft
- Lowest point
- 5,910 ft
About Chaos Crags Trail
The route climbs steeply past lava domes to a ridge with wide views over the volcanic landscape. A small lake sits in a crater below, but it is often dry by summer. Expect steep, rocky footing and strong winds near the ridge, and watch for rockfall if you descend toward the water.
Route map
This route was checked by Parka editors.
