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supercub
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Jun 04, 2015

Mt Lassen Hiway 89??

How is the hiway from Chester up 89 to Mt Lassen and then continuing North? Can I do it in my 38ft motor home towing a car, or am I better off staying some place and taking my car?
Any recommendations on where to stay in the Chester area? Thanks
Brian

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  • i recommend camping at the CG at the north end of the park on the west side of mount Lassen, near lassen ? lake

    take warm clothes temps got down to freezing at night in mid july
    there was snow on the mountain top when i took the kids there in july many years ago, the Hike to the top over 8200ft can be a work out, but trail was in good shape when i was there (and much younger)
    i don't think anybody will get to play in snow this year
    be sure to visit Bumpus Hell and go south to Lava Beds Nat Moumnent
    and explore the lava tube tunnels
  • Hwy 89 through the park is a 2-lane paved road. We have no issues.

    There are numerous RV Parks in the Chester area but we prefer the Forest Service and P.G.& E. campgrounds in the area.
  • We haven't been over that specific part of 89, but we have been over 89 that goes to Mt. Shasta and if the two are anything alike, you will have no problems. We take this route, 44 to 89 to I-5, twice a year.

    Ron