Are dogs allowed on Cold Boiling Lake Trail to Bumpass Hell Trail?

No, dogs are not permitted on Cold Boiling Lake Trail to Bumpass Hell Trail. This is typical in many national parks and wildlife refuges — check for a nearby dog-friendly alternative.

Do I need a permit to hike Cold Boiling Lake Trail to Bumpass Hell Trail?

No, Cold Boiling Lake Trail to Bumpass Hell Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Cold Boiling Lake Trail to Bumpass Hell Trail?

Cold Boiling Lake Trail to Bumpass Hell Trail is rated moderate. It is 5.4 miles long with 1,490 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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Cold Boiling Lake Trail to Bumpass Hell Trail

ModerateOut and Back

Lassen Volcanic National Park/California

Cold Boiling Lake Trail to Bumpass Hell Trail

Old Station, California

5.4 mi

Distance

1,490 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 18m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

Pets are not allowed on any hiking trail in the park, in any body of water, or inside the visitor centers. Lassen is a national park and has special protection for wildlife. Pets can disturb the protected resources. The route takes you to Bumpass Hell Basin from King's Creek picnic area and has a beautiful trail with lots of wildflowers. The basin is amazing. The trail is steep, rocky and rough, with one particularly tricky creek crossing on a steep, rocky hillside. It is highly recommended to hike poles.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:2,257 ft

Max:2,520 ft

454 ft

Trail Details

No dogs
Kid-friendly

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by National Park Service

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Source of truth

National Park Service unit page
Alerts, conditions, and the unit's plan-your-visit page.

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Operator:530-595-6100
Address:38050 Highway 36 East, Park Headquarters · Mineral, CA · 96063

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the California hunting page

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Nearby Trails

Crumbaugh Lake via Cold Boiling Lake Trail

Kings Creek Trail

Twin Meadows Trail

Sifford Lakes Trail

King Creek Falls, Bench and Seaford Lakes

King Creek Falls and Bench Lake Loop

Other trails in Lassen Volcanic National Park

Kings Creek Falls Trail

Bumpass Hell Trail

Brokeoff Mountain Trail

Mill Creek Falls Trail

Chaos Crags Trail

Sulphur Works

Campgrounds near this trail

Summit Lake South

Southwest Walk-in Campground

Southwest Walk In

Summit Lake North

Summit Lake Stock Corral

Lassen Volcanic National Park Camping

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