Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway - California

State: California
Length: 360.0 mi / 579.4 km
Time to Allow: 1 full day to drive or several days to experience the many adventures along the way.

Explore the wonder and beauty of a dramatic volcanic landscape from Crater Lake in Oregon to Lassen Peak in California. Encounter the ancient natural forces that shaped exquisite mountain lakes. Along with spectacular scenery, including the world-famous Mount Shasta, you'll enjoy history, charming towns and extraordinary recreational and cultural opportunities.


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  • Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway

    Explore the wonder and beauty of a dramatic volcanic landscape from Oregon's Crater Lake National Park to California's Lassen Volcanic National Park. Encounter ancient natural forces that shaped exquisite mountain lakes. Amid spectacular scenery, you'll enjoy charming towns, abundant wildlife, world-class birding, and extraordinary recreational, historical and cultural opportunities.