Posted June 02nd 2018The 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
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