The historic Loomis Museum is located at the northwest entrance of Lassen Volcanic Nationial Park off State Hwy 44. This accessible facility offers exhibits, an auditorium, and educational bookstore.  The museum is open May 25 to October 28, 2018.

Rangers offer summer ranger-led programs, and provide information and park publications. Exhibits include photos from B.F. Loomis who documented Lassen's Peak most recent eruption cycle and promoted the park's establishment. Additional exhibits feature the original equipment Loomis used to photograph the eruptions, and traditional Atsugewi basketry.  

Loomis Museum is a great  place to visit and discover more about the volcano.  Also, there are easy day hikes close by and watercraft rental at nearby Manzanita Lake.  

Operating Season: May 25 through October 28, 2018 

May 25 - June 17, 2018 - 9 am to 5 pm, Friday through Sunday 

June 18 - October 8, 2018 -  9 am to 5 pm, daily

October 9 - October 28, 2018 - 9 am to 5 pm, Friday through Sunday

Are you wondering what the weather is like at Manzanita Lake? Check out the web cam: (Daylight hours only.)  http://shingletown.com/Weather/weather-shingletown.php  

Lassen Park Website: http://www.nps.gov/lavo/planyourvisit/hours.htm  

Lassen Park Admission Fees: https://www.nps.gov/lavo/planyourvisit/fees.htm   

Loomis Museum Telephone: (530) 595-6140

Article by Staff

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