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Prospect Peak

Lassen Volcanic National Park, Mineral, California 96063 USA

Independent

“panoramic views from atop a volcano!”

One of Lassen's four shield volcanos, Prospect Peak is located in the northeast corner of the park. A shield volcano is a type of volcano usually built almost entirely of fluid lava flows. They are named for their large size and low profile, resembling a warrior's shield. This is caused by the highly fluid lava they erupt, which travels farther than lava erupted from more explosive volcanos. This results in the steady accumulation of broad sheets of lava, building up the shield volcano's distinctive form.

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Greek_nomad

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401 Reviews
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August 23, 2014

Rated 5.0

If you are into mountain climbing and you looking for a rather different but yet very interesting and joyful mountain climb, then you should visit Lassen Volcanic Natural Park.

There are so many things to see and admire that from the first moment this place will totally seduce you with its unique beauty that combines ideally the volcanic with the mountainous forest landscapes. Lakes, forests, wildlife, amazing wild flowers and challenging mountain climbing trails await you.

At the end of the climb await you some of the most magnificent mountain peak views in the world. And don't forget that you are in a place that is active and the volcanoes there are at least 3,000,000 years old.

One of the best peaks in the area for mountain climbing is Prospect Peak which is ok for experienced mountain climbers and offers some great panoramic views of the park!!! The best period to visit the park is early summer or early autumn!

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