When I climbed cinder cone in 1980, that hole in the middle was at least 60 - 80 feet deep if not more and was only about 15' to 20' wide. It bottomed out on frozen lava that looked incredibly fresh. I don't know what happened in 18 years but when I climbed it again in 1998, it looked like your film. In 18 years it underwent more erosion than the previous 150 years of it's existence (it was first reported by people who were trekking out on the pioneer trail, whereas people trekking out in years before that said it didn't exist then. So it apparently showed up in the mid eighteen hundreds, which makes sense since there was a major Lassen eruption in the 1920's).
Love how you describe the areas you are in and point out specific spots. Allows us to research those areas to educate ourselves. Love the morning light on the mountain. Everyone should experience that at least once in their lifetime. Continue to be safe.
Amazing morning shot of Lassen...I actually gasped when your predawn pan found the peak. Thank you for sharing the simple details along with the awesome experiences.
It was an amazing sunrise, for sure. Definitely one I'll remember for a long time. Thanks for watching, Genevieve, and I appreciate that you took the time to comment.
This is great. You have a wonderful way of describing your surroundings, giving us just enough context to really learn something and experience the adventure with you.
I've been to colorado washington virginia florida alabama nevada tennessea texas and a lot of cali but i've never seen a place as beautiful as lassen. it is literally heaven on earth for me
Another outstanding video! You take some of us viewers places we may never see or experience. The scenery was beautiful and you explained everything perfectly. Thanks for sharing!
@@SUVRVing thanks. I hadn't seen that one yet. I camped at the usfs coground ar Manzanita Lake. Didn't fish there. But there were plenty of trout I could see cruising the shallows. It's a natural lake formed by volcanic flow blocking a creek.
Thousands of people visit Lassen Park every week from all over the country, that's why it's very well stocked... I live about an hrs away from that entrance so we frequent the park regularly
We visited Lassen during our trip out West in 2018. It April 25th and there was still quite a bit of snow all over the place. They were still working on clearing snow up on the road in the park even though we never saw them. My wife used her snow shoes some and then we walked up the road for a ways and back. A few people around but very few and the weather was bright and sunny.
Hi 👋😎 Wanted 2 say Thanx 4 showing me so many nice places! Many of them I have not seen yet, but many I have. My Wife & I used to do Road trips out west about 20-25 years ago. I lived in Northern Utah, (Brigham City), as a kid too & love 2C all the nice spots Also Love the Sawtooths in Idaho 👍 BTW? U2 look Happy 2B Together, & that's Good 2C 😏 Please ... Stay there! A few suggestions 4U.
I went through there on my way driving to ALASKA 3 years ago. Some area was closed for hiking because so much snow that winter, although it was June Watching this make me want to do it all over again to ALASKA. I too solo traveler and hiker, enjoy your channel. Thx
Tristan thanks for taking us along on your journey really fantastic video again. It's probably not a park I would ever get to see but I thoroughly enjoyed watching you travel through it and share it.
That was an amazing hike. The different landscapes made it very interesting. Would love to hike the John Muir trail. Maybe you can do it again and take us along. Great video as always. Looking forward to the next one.
I don't know if I'd hike the John Muir Trail again anytime soon. I absolutely loved it, but there are lots of other trails out there still that I haven't done. Maybe in 20 years when I have a kid old enough to hike it with! Thanks Davin.
Yosemite is one of those places where those that can hike can truly experience some of the most beautiful scenery in the world, yet so many people in the lower valley don't bother doing. I've got to do all sorts of stuff in lassen or yosemite. It helps when you work in helitack firefighting.
When I was in geology class in college we climbed a cinder cone and it was two steps up and slide back one. That was the most tiring climb I had ever done.
I took a small tour (6-8 people) and they took us off the beaten path. Yeah Old Faithful was super crowded, but there are all sorts of other small geysers, small pools, where very few/ if any other people were. So this would be an option for some people where it's not super crowded. One needs to look around and not just take the first place they see. This is a wonderful video. Really enjoyed it.
I really like this video too. It's one of my favorites. And yep, like you said, there are always other places where you can get away from the crowds. Thanks for watching!
I am a new subscriber! I am really enjoying your adventures! Love it when you show the little ways you camp in your SUV and do what you do!! Can't wait for the next video!
Thanks for such a great video of your adventure from Butte Lake to Snag Lake. This is the first video of yours that I had the pleasure of watching. You do such a wonderful job of capturing the areas that you hike and provide great narratives as well. I continued to watch two more...the kayaking of Butte Lake, and the hike from Warner Springs to Hells Kitchen. I am planning on going to Lassen National Park in two days and camping in our Truck Camper in the Park at Manzanita Lake one night, two nights at Butte Lake and dispersed camping in the Lassen National Forest land as well. I plan to day hike from Butte Lake to Snag Lake and then on over to Lower Twin Lake and back to Butte Lake. This hike will be 14.5 miles in total and I plan to hike up to the Cinder cone and check the top out as well after viewing your angle of the painted dunes and the fantastic lava bed. I plan on kayaking Butte Lake as well. I live near Sacramento and 2 years ago set out to visit all of the California Lakes (over 500) that are 50 surface acres or larger. I have currently visited and photographed 378 lakes and Butte Lake, Snag Lake and Lower Twin Lake are on my list of lakes to visit and take photos. In addition, I have decided to make it a bucket list to visit all of the National Parks as well. Thank you once again for sharing your wonderful adventures and I look forward to seeing more of your videos. Hope to see you on the trail sometime!
Thanks so much for sharing your adventure with us armchair travelers. The Pacific Coast Trail sounds a lot like the Appalachian Trail that starts here in GA. People hike that in sections too. Wish I had had you sleeping setup when I was a Girl Scout.
Yep, the Pacific Coast Trail and Appalachian Trail together make up 2/3 of the so-called "Triple Crown" of long-distance trails in the United States (the other being the Continental Divide Trail). And I wish I had my sleeping setup when I was a Boy Scout! Thanks for watching and commenting, Sheril.
How does that mat thingy compare to an air mattress? I have had good and bad experiences with air mattresses (twin, full, and queen) I would try one of those compact dealies, if it were comfortable enough. Is it just a scaled down version, or does it perform better in your opinion?
I agree. Really beautiful and unique landscape there. Can't wait to go back! Thanks for watching and commenting, John. I'm happy that you liked the video.
Lassen is a real less frequented gem. Love to see more of it. Any chance you'll do a video of your gear and how it's held up? Likes, dislikes, etc? Thanks.
What gear exactly? The backpacking/camping gear? It's a bit tricky because I've made so much of my own stuff. My backpack, sleeping bag, and shelter are all ones that I made, so talking about them isn't something that will be relevant to a lot of people. Maybe a video on general ultralight backpacking principles would be helpful? My backpack, sleeping bag, and bivy sacks together weigh less than some people's backpacks alone! Anyway, let me know what exactly you'd like to know more about and I'll try to answer. Thanks Radnally.
This video brings me back to "wilderness mode". The walking pace, the hiking sound, the quiet surrounding, the crisp freshness, the variety wild lives, the talking when all above becomes part of you.... Does the thermo pad keep the ground coldness from conducting? I usually wake up at midnight when camp.
I'm happy that you liked the video! It brought me back too when I was editing it. Such a beautiful and peaceful place. And yes, that is exactly what the inflatable pad does. I've camped in temps down to the upper 20s with it and never been cold. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Tristan, this was great. Thanks for bringing us all along for a great adventure. I do have a question - how much water do you take along when you go on a hike like this? Your pack certainly doesn't seem super heavy, so I'm wondering how much you actually bring and drink. Thanks!
That was a great hike! No surprise that you encountered snow on the ground still considering how much snow there was when I was there in mid-May. I definitely want to get back there in the future but like later in the warm season to maximize higher elevation hiking options away from the crowds. That seems to be true for the Pacific NW in general.
Lassen is such a cool park. Tons to see and do there. I can't wait to get back myself. And yeah, getting the season right in the PNW is tricky. Snow, rain, mosquitoes... all part of the fun!
first 2 years that i lived in Chester just a few miles west of the park we had snow 20 foot at the office measuring site and 2nd year 22 feet then the last 9 years before i moved to Idaho it averaged 8 to 12 feet, great fishing and 4 wheel trails
btw if you are looking for an easy access nonprimitive campsite in lassen area that is in a cindercone, consider little crater lake. It's on crater mountain off of hwy 44 near the bogard usfs station. It's closed when the snow starts for the season but it's loaded with fish and has nice big ponderosa pines in the campground.
Thanks Moon Dancer. I added the map after some international viewers mentioned that they had no idea where I was in relation to anything else in the US, but I think it's helpful for everyone who isn't familiar with the areas I travel to. No real emergency backup.
At least text someone your location before you go out and again when you're back in your vehicle. That way if they don't hear from you, they know your last location and come look. You could fall in a hole, sprang your ankle, get caught between two rocks, be a bear's lunch, etc.
nice vid....been wanting to go to Mt. Lassen NP for years, but haven’t made it yet....kinda surprised you don’t bring a way to just build yourself a small fire to keep warm in mornings til temps warm up....just lkke a knkfe even to make shavings and a ferro rod and striker to make sparks....even a few fatwood sticks...seems like it would make your mornings a bit more enjoyable to be warm
Lots of reasons to not have a fire. I don't like smelling like smoke on multi-day trips, so I very rarely make fires. The time and energy spent making one on a trip like this would be better used just hiking. Hiking is a great way to warm yourself up. And finally, campfires are allowed in Lassen Volcanic NP only in fire rings at the campgrounds. They're not even allowed in the backcountry.
Has anyone ever broke into your car while out camping. I'd be worried the entire time, I am a liability and not a full insurance guy, but doing things like this would be a full insurance I'd imagine.
When I climbed cinder cone in 1980, that hole in the middle was at least 60 - 80 feet deep if not more and was only about 15' to 20' wide. It bottomed out on frozen lava that looked incredibly fresh. I don't know what happened in 18 years but when I climbed it again in 1998, it looked like your film. In 18 years it underwent more erosion than the previous 150 years of it's existence (it was first reported by people who were trekking out on the pioneer trail, whereas people trekking out in years before that said it didn't exist then. So it apparently showed up in the mid eighteen hundreds, which makes sense since there was a major Lassen eruption in the 1920's).
Seeing all these natural beauties through your eyes is marvelous! Many thanks!
Love how you describe the areas you are in and point out specific spots. Allows us to research those areas to educate ourselves. Love the morning light on the mountain. Everyone should experience that at least once in their lifetime. Continue to be safe.
I'm one of those people you mentioned that cannot hike. I really enjoyed tagging along with you though! Another stellar job of filming and narration!
Thanks Alicia! I'm glad you could come along on the adventure!
Man, that burnt area of the cinder cone would have made an amazing hammock camping spot! Would love hanging under the stars at night there!
Amazing morning shot of Lassen...I actually gasped when your predawn pan found the peak. Thank you for sharing the simple details along with the awesome experiences.
It was an amazing sunrise, for sure. Definitely one I'll remember for a long time. Thanks for watching, Genevieve, and I appreciate that you took the time to comment.
This is great. You have a wonderful way of describing your surroundings, giving us just enough context to really learn something and experience the adventure with you.
my old childhood backyard.... lots of great fishing back then... native brookies that will hit a bare gold hook..
I've been to colorado washington virginia florida alabama nevada tennessea texas and a lot of cali but i've never seen a place as beautiful as lassen. it is literally heaven on earth for me
Thanks again for taking us along.i would like to try that bivy for my next backpacking trip.i watch this 2x, and I love that idea.
Another outstanding video! You take some of us viewers places we may never see or experience. The scenery was beautiful and you explained everything perfectly. Thanks for sharing!
I'm glad you enjoyed it, Carol. I had a great time on the hike, and it's great to be able to share it with people. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@SUVRVing thanks. I hadn't seen that one yet. I camped at the usfs coground ar Manzanita Lake. Didn't fish there. But there were plenty of trout I could see cruising the shallows. It's a natural lake formed by volcanic flow blocking a creek.
This old man enjoys your adventures. Thanks and take care and hope you are happy.
Definitely happy and doing well. Thanks for watching and commenting! I really appreciate it.
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Great views of Lassen.
Another good one. Thank you.
Thanks!
Thousands of people visit Lassen Park every week from all over the country, that's why it's very well stocked... I live about an hrs away from that entrance so we frequent the park regularly
Wow so beautiful thank you for sharing always great adventures
Your clips are terrific.
We visited Lassen during our trip out West in 2018. It April 25th and there was still quite a bit of snow all over the place. They were still working on clearing snow up on the road in the park even though we never saw them. My wife used her snow shoes some and then we walked up the road for a ways and back. A few people around but very few and the weather was bright and sunny.
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Wanted 2 say Thanx 4 showing me so many nice places! Many of them I have not seen yet, but many I have. My Wife & I used to do Road trips out west about 20-25 years ago. I lived in Northern Utah, (Brigham City), as a kid too & love 2C all the nice spots
Also Love the Sawtooths in Idaho 👍 BTW?
U2 look Happy 2B Together, & that's Good 2C 😏
Please ... Stay there! A few suggestions 4U.
I went through there on my way driving to ALASKA 3 years ago.
Some area was closed for hiking because so much snow that winter, although it was June
Watching this make me want to do it all over again to ALASKA.
I too solo traveler and hiker, enjoy your channel.
Thx
Tristan thanks for taking us along on your journey really fantastic video again. It's probably not a park I would ever get to see but I thoroughly enjoyed watching you travel through it and share it.
Thanks James! I really like this video, so thanks for watching it :)
Fantastic!
Beautiful. Thanks.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. I appreciate it Bari.
That was an amazing hike. The different landscapes made it very interesting. Would love to hike the John Muir trail. Maybe you can do it again and take us along. Great video as always. Looking forward to the next one.
I don't know if I'd hike the John Muir Trail again anytime soon. I absolutely loved it, but there are lots of other trails out there still that I haven't done. Maybe in 20 years when I have a kid old enough to hike it with! Thanks Davin.
Yosemite is one of those places where those that can hike can truly experience some of the most beautiful scenery in the world, yet so many people in the lower valley don't bother doing. I've got to do all sorts of stuff in lassen or yosemite. It helps when you work in helitack firefighting.
When I was in geology class in college we climbed a cinder cone and it was two steps up and slide back one. That was the most tiring climb I had ever done.
Thanks for taking me along! Always a good escape for me.
My pleasure. Thanks for watching and commenting!
I took a small tour (6-8 people) and they took us off the beaten path. Yeah Old Faithful was super crowded, but there are all sorts of other small geysers, small pools, where very few/ if any other people were. So this would be an option for some people where it's not super crowded. One needs to look around and not just take the first place they see. This is a wonderful video. Really enjoyed it.
I really like this video too. It's one of my favorites. And yep, like you said, there are always other places where you can get away from the crowds. Thanks for watching!
I am a new subscriber! I am really enjoying your adventures! Love it when you show the little ways you camp in your SUV and do what you do!! Can't wait for the next video!
Thanks for subscribing! I'm glad you found the channel, and I'm happy to have you on board.
Thanks for such a great video of your adventure from Butte Lake to Snag Lake. This is the first video of yours that I had the pleasure of watching. You do such a wonderful job of capturing the areas that you hike and provide great narratives as well. I continued to watch two more...the kayaking of Butte Lake, and the hike from Warner Springs to Hells Kitchen. I am planning on going to Lassen National Park in two days and camping in our Truck Camper in the Park at Manzanita Lake one night, two nights at Butte Lake and dispersed camping in the Lassen National Forest land as well. I plan to day hike from Butte Lake to Snag Lake and then on over to Lower Twin Lake and back to Butte Lake. This hike will be 14.5 miles in total and I plan to hike up to the Cinder cone and check the top out as well after viewing your angle of the painted dunes and the fantastic lava bed. I plan on kayaking Butte Lake as well. I live near Sacramento and 2 years ago set out to visit all of the California Lakes (over 500) that are 50 surface acres or larger. I have currently visited and photographed 378 lakes and Butte Lake, Snag Lake and Lower Twin Lake are on my list of lakes to visit and take photos. In addition, I have decided to make it a bucket list to visit all of the National Parks as well. Thank you once again for sharing your wonderful adventures and I look forward to seeing more of your videos. Hope to see you on the trail sometime!
Wow, that's a great goal! I really enjoyed Lassen Volcanic NP. It's a really great place.
Thanks so much for sharing your adventure with us armchair travelers. The Pacific Coast Trail sounds a lot like the Appalachian Trail that starts here in GA. People hike that in sections too.
Wish I had had you sleeping setup when I was a Girl Scout.
Yep, the Pacific Coast Trail and Appalachian Trail together make up 2/3 of the so-called "Triple Crown" of long-distance trails in the United States (the other being the Continental Divide Trail). And I wish I had my sleeping setup when I was a Boy Scout! Thanks for watching and commenting, Sheril.
How does that mat thingy compare to an air mattress? I have had good and bad experiences with air mattresses (twin, full, and queen) I would try one of those compact dealies, if it were comfortable enough. Is it just a scaled down version, or does it perform better in your opinion?
Wow! That’s has to be one of the nicest places you’ve hiked. Thanks for making this video. Really loved it.
I agree. Really beautiful and unique landscape there. Can't wait to go back! Thanks for watching and commenting, John. I'm happy that you liked the video.
use to live in Chester just a few miles from the park, use to go in the back way and day hike/fish around
What is a bear canister? I did notice that the canister was much too small to fit a bear into it….Your camping inventions are great.
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Thank you for taking us there😎
Thanks for watching!
Lassen is a real less frequented gem. Love to see more of it. Any chance you'll do a video of your gear and how it's held up? Likes, dislikes, etc? Thanks.
What gear exactly? The backpacking/camping gear? It's a bit tricky because I've made so much of my own stuff. My backpack, sleeping bag, and shelter are all ones that I made, so talking about them isn't something that will be relevant to a lot of people. Maybe a video on general ultralight backpacking principles would be helpful? My backpack, sleeping bag, and bivy sacks together weigh less than some people's backpacks alone! Anyway, let me know what exactly you'd like to know more about and I'll try to answer. Thanks Radnally.
SUV RVing I was thinking more about items you've purchased. Like camp chair, shower bag, etc... How are they doing with more constant use?
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This video brings me back to "wilderness mode". The walking pace, the hiking sound, the quiet surrounding, the crisp freshness, the variety wild lives, the talking when all above becomes part of you.... Does the thermo pad keep the ground coldness from conducting? I usually wake up at midnight when camp.
I'm happy that you liked the video! It brought me back too when I was editing it. Such a beautiful and peaceful place. And yes, that is exactly what the inflatable pad does. I've camped in temps down to the upper 20s with it and never been cold. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Really great video! I'm really enjoying your travels and learning about all these places!
Glad you liked it, Joy! I'm happy that I get to share these places with others. Thanks for watching and commenting.
nice hike
Tristan, this was great. Thanks for bringing us all along for a great adventure. I do have a question - how much water do you take along when you go on a hike like this? Your pack certainly doesn't seem super heavy, so I'm wondering how much you actually bring and drink. Thanks!
That was a great hike! No surprise that you encountered snow on the ground still considering how much snow there was when I was there in mid-May. I definitely want to get back there in the future but like later in the warm season to maximize higher elevation hiking options away from the crowds. That seems to be true for the Pacific NW in general.
Lassen is such a cool park. Tons to see and do there. I can't wait to get back myself. And yeah, getting the season right in the PNW is tricky. Snow, rain, mosquitoes... all part of the fun!
first 2 years that i lived in Chester just a few miles west of the park we had snow 20 foot at the office measuring site and 2nd year 22 feet then the last 9 years before i moved to Idaho it averaged 8 to 12 feet, great fishing and 4 wheel trails
Amazing scenery! Interesting sleeping arrangements... I'm not sure I could do that lol. Thanks :)
It's not a terribly comfortable sleeping arrangement, but it's worth it for the experience!
btw if you are looking for an easy access nonprimitive campsite in lassen area that is in a cindercone, consider little crater lake. It's on crater mountain off of hwy 44 near the bogard usfs station. It's closed when the snow starts for the season but it's loaded with fish and has nice big ponderosa pines in the campground.
Another great video Tristan. Thank you for taking the time to record, edit and share. Is section hiking the PCT still a goal of yours?
I love those high mountain brooks. Beautiful. I would have loved to be with you for this one.
It would have been fun to have you around. It was a great trip!
I love the way you show a pin on the map where you were located. I hope you have some kind of emergency back up.
Thanks Moon Dancer. I added the map after some international viewers mentioned that they had no idea where I was in relation to anything else in the US, but I think it's helpful for everyone who isn't familiar with the areas I travel to. No real emergency backup.
At least text someone your location before you go out and again when you're back in your vehicle. That way if they don't hear from you, they know your last location and come look. You could fall in a hole, sprang your ankle, get caught between two rocks, be a bear's lunch, etc.
Oh, is that what you meant? Yes, of course I tell people where I'm going and what my plans are.
Shingletown is 18 miles away, much closer than Susanville at about 100 .
nice vid....been wanting to go to Mt. Lassen NP for years, but haven’t made it yet....kinda surprised you don’t bring a way to just build yourself a small fire to keep warm in mornings til temps warm up....just lkke a knkfe even to make shavings and a ferro rod and striker to make sparks....even a few fatwood sticks...seems like it would make your mornings a bit more enjoyable to be warm
Lots of reasons to not have a fire. I don't like smelling like smoke on multi-day trips, so I very rarely make fires. The time and energy spent making one on a trip like this would be better used just hiking. Hiking is a great way to warm yourself up. And finally, campfires are allowed in Lassen Volcanic NP only in fire rings at the campgrounds. They're not even allowed in the backcountry.
Gosh!!!
Awesome video. Thanks for sharing :-)
Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. I really appreciate it!
I to am one could not hike like that. But awesome pretty up there tho!
Definitely a stunning place, and I'm happy that you could hike along with me in the vid. Thanks for watching Daryl.
How much does your pack weigh? Not sure how much camera equipment you have.... I know that weighs quite a bit. Looks very light overall.
That is a lot of lava flow at 29:16
Yep, it's a huge area! And a really cool area to explore.
Ever think of taking a hot thermos on one of those overnite hikes?
Nah. Too heavy.
Thanks for these videos, could I ask what brand of hiking shoes do you wear?
I wear La Sportiva Wildcats. Fantastic shoes. I'm on my third pair.
SUV RVing, got a pair on clearance at rei for $55. All thanks to you, thank you
Wow, that's a screaming deal. Nice job!
I've been enjoying your videos. What camera are you using now?
Thanks Jack. I've been using the Canon PowerShot SX610 HS. It's a $200 point and shoot. Great camera!
Are you worried about the security of your kayak when you are out hiking?
Nope. I have a cable lock that secures it to the side rail roof rack thing.
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Good info, ever take a friend along on your adventure? Your making good content thanks.
Nope, I always travel solo. It's hard to find other people who have schedules as flexible as mine. Plus I just like being alone. Thanks Ric.
Has anyone ever broke into your car while out camping. I'd be worried the entire time, I am a liability and not a full insurance guy, but doing things like this would be a full insurance I'd imagine.
Flower:) yes you are beautiful one;)-
Where's your actual sleeping bag?
I guess I hadn't put the sleeping bag out when I shot that part of video, but rest assured that I had one. It would have been a cold night without it!
Vegetarian wraps are not manly food, men need steak to give you the energy to hike. Get some real food. 😁
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Alone? In Lassen NP? Impossible. Next time, show 95% scenery and 5% you. Selfie videos distract from the purpose of a backpacking adventure.
If you want less of me, go watch a nature documentary.
You have to wonder if people that comment like RW ever think about anyone else. Must be a terrible way to go through life. Great video!
Having shots of you helps put in in perspective and imagine our selves there. Good job setting up shots and editing.
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@Red Woods your videos are crap so you can't talk.