Bumpass Hell Trail: Complete Lassen Volcanic Hiking Guide (2026)

Hikers on the Bumpass Hell boardwalk winding through the steaming, colorful hydrothermal basin in Lassen Volcanic National Park

The Bumpass Hell Trail is a 3-mile hike to the largest hydrothermal area in Lassen Volcanic National Park. Here’s whether it’s open, opening dates by year, difficulty, the boardwalk, safety, parking, fees and nearby hikes.