Address: (Park Headquarters) 38050 Highway 36 East Mineral, California 96063
All these 4 tourist spots are located within Lassen National Park and are all within a few minutes away. Upper Kings Creek Meadows is a great spot to take pictures with the brownish/yellowish color of its meadows. There is also a small creek on the right side of the meadows for a great photo opportunity. Lake Helen is situated 8,000 feet above sea level and is located South of Lassen Peak and west of Bumpass Mountain in Shasta Cascade. Lake Helen is a great place to relax, enjoy the crystal clear water, the stunning views of Lassen Peak, and the surrounding forest.
Lake Emerald’s green-colored pristine water is due to it being shallow. It is near the south entrance into the park. We even saw a deer eating, enjoying the shade and beautiful summer weather. Lake Emerald is located after the Bumpass Hell parking area. Lake Manzanita is a popular destination for camping, fishing, and kayaking. There is also a 1.5-mile hiking trail for people to enjoy and watch the sunset.
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