Ahjumawi (Ah-joo-MAH-wee), also transliterated Achomawi, is the name of one of the 11 bands of the Pit River Tribe of native Americans indigenous to the area. Their name translates to “where the waters come together.” Ahjumawi Lava Springs State Park is situated along the shores of Big Lake near the confluence of the Fall River (a major tributary of the Pit River) and Tule Riv … [Read more...]
#49 – Bumpass Hell, Lassen Volcanic Park
Aside from the Lassen Peak trail, Bumpass Hell is the most popular area in Lassen Volcanic National Park. This easily accessed, large hydrothermal area is a roiling, boiling bed of vapor, water, mud and rock. It can be reached by a well-marked 1.5-mile trail from the parking area. Here you’re at about 8,000 ft., and although the trail is quite easy, it can seem moderately d … [Read more...]
#96 – Susanville Ranch Park
Susanville Ranch Park is a 1,100-acre multi-use recreation area. The park offers 29 miles of easy to challenging trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, dog walking or cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. In the south, the riparian area around Bagwell and Paiute Creeks offers gently sloping trails through open grass meadows and pine forests. It is … [Read more...]