Cinder Cone from Summit Lake
Itinerary
Summit Lake
5.1 mi • 500 ft gain
Rainbow Lake
12.1 mi • 1,800 ft gain
Summit Lake
How to get a permit
This trip requires a Lassen Volcanic National Park Wilderness Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:
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Jan 2024 – Dec 2025
Unlimited number of permits available.1 option
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Online reservations
| Opens | 90 days ahead | 7 AM PT |
|---|---|---|
| Closes | Day of | 11:59 PM PT |
Advance release: 90 days ahead at 7 AM PT
Permit details
Here is how to fill out the Lassen Volcanic National Park Wilderness Permit application:
| Site or Zone | Zone #22- Snag Lake |
|---|---|
| Entry Point | Rainbow Lake |
| Exit Point | Rainbow Lake |