Lassen Trails: A Brief Guide to the Trails of Lassen Volcanic National Park

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Lassen Trails: A Brief Guide to the Trails of Lassen Volcanic National Park

by Stephen Halsey Matteson

EN·~49 minutes·8 chapters

Chapters

8 total

LASSEN TRAILS

0:18

PREFACE

1:13

INTRODUCTION

1:06

USING THE TRAILS: A FEW TIPS FOR BEGINNERS

2:42

THE TRAILS

42:09

Trails not described in the booklet:

0:52

INDEX

1:08

Transcriber’s Notes

0:15

Description

Designed for anyone who wants to experience Lassen Volcanic National Park on foot, this concise guide walks listeners through the park’s most memorable paths. It surveys thirty‑four trails, from gentle boardwalk loops around steaming hydrothermal areas to more challenging climbs that reveal alpine vistas and ancient lava formations. Each route is summarized with key points of interest, so you can quickly decide which hikes match your energy level and curiosity.

The booklet also offers practical advice for staying safe and comfortable in the high‑altitude wilderness. Tips cover everything from staying on marked routes and packing light to respecting wildlife and preserving the fragile environment. Helpful illustrations bring the terrain to life, making it easy to picture the scenery before you set out. Whether you’re planning a short stroll or a day‑long trek, the guide equips you with the knowledge to explore Lassen’s unique volcanic landscape with confidence.

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Language

en

Duration

~49 minutes (47K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Release date

Oct 24, 2017

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Stephen Halsey Matteson

Stephen Halsey Matteson

A mid-20th-century outdoor writer, naturalist, and guidebook author, this writer is best known for leading readers onto the trails of Lassen Volcanic National Park. His work mixes practical trail advice with an obvious love of the park’s geology, scenery, and wildlife.

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