Devils Kitchen is a geothermal area in Lassen National Park, located about 40 minutes from the park's southern entrance. The 4.2-mile round-trip Devils Kitchen Trail starts from the Warner Valley Trailhead and takes hikers through meadows and marshes to reach the hydrothermal area, which is the park's second largest. Along the trail, visitors can observe mud pots, fumaroles, and steaming streams, with side routes leading to alpine lakes.
Why you should go
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Experience a mix of stunning natural beauty and geothermal wonders
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Explore unique volcanic features like fumaroles and mud pots
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Enjoy a serene atmosphere away from crowds compared to other popular attractions in Lassen Volcanic National Park
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As of 9/1/24 you can park at the Boiling Springs trailhead. Then either take that trailhead or walk a mile on the road to the Devil's kitchen trailhead. I recommend the latter as there is a major creek that's missing a crossing after the fire if you take the Boiling Springs trail.
The walk through the valley is gorgeous. The walk in the forest is more uphill and the forest is devastated by the Dixie fire so it's not very nice looking and there's no shade. The bridge at the end is partially rotted out. There's a makeshift beam put in to make it passable, but not sure how long that will last. The trail is definitely in need of repairs and maintenance. Devil's kitchen is a worthwhile destination still despite the difficulties.
An absolute gem in California. Could not ask for a better place to hike. It was a nice in and out trail. I can't wait to go back and explore some of the off shoots of the Devil's Kitchen trail for even more fun experiences. Please make sure you respect nature and stay on the trails. This not only helps preserve it, but in some places it could be seriously dangerous.
Relatively easy hike, mostly flat but some parts of the trail are going uphill. The place itself is very beautiful.
As of 9/1/24 you can park at the Boiling Springs trailhead. Then either take that trailhead or walk a mile on the road to the Devil's kitchen trailhead. I recommend the latter as there is a major creek that's missing a crossing after the fire if you take the Boiling Springs trail.
The walk through the valley is gorgeous. The walk in the forest is more uphill and the forest is devastated by the Dixie fire so it's not very nice looking and there's no shade. The bridge at the end is partially rotted out. There's a makeshift beam put in to make it passable, but not sure how long that will last. The trail is definitely in need of repairs and maintenance. Devil's kitchen is a worthwhile destination still despite the difficulties.
An absolute gem in California. Could not ask for a better place to hike. It was a nice in and out trail. I can't wait to go back and explore some of the off shoots of the Devil's Kitchen trail for even more fun experiences. Please make sure you respect nature and stay on the trails. This not only helps preserve it, but in some places it could be seriously dangerous.
Relatively easy hike, mostly flat but some parts of the trail are going uphill. The place itself is very beautiful.
Park at Boiling Springs trailhead or walk a mile to Devil's Kitchen trailhead due to creek crossing issue after fire
Respect nature by staying on designated trails for safety and preservation
Be prepared for uphill sections in the forest area devastated by Dixie fire; lack of shade reported
Check road closures before visiting as access may be limited due to fires or weather conditions
Reviews
Devil's Kitchen, located in Lassen Volcanic National Park, offers a mix of stunning natural beauty and geothermal wonders. Despite some trail maintenance issues post-fire-fire, the hike through the valley is described as gorgeous while the forest section shows signs of devastation from the Dixie fire. The bridge at the end needs repair but adds to the adventure. Visitors find Devil's Kitchen a worthwhile destination with its unique volcanic features like fumaroles and mud pots. Reviewers recommend respecting nature by staying on trails for safety and preservation.
As of 9/1/24 you can park at the Boiling Springs trailhead. Then either take that trailhead or walk a mile on the road to the Devil's kitchen trailhead. I recommend the latter as there is a major creek that's missing a crossing after the fire if you take the Boiling Springs trail.
The walk through the valley is gorgeous. The walk in the forest is more uphill and the forest is devastated by the Dixie fire so it's not very nice looking and there's no shade. The bridge at the end is partially rotted out. There's a makeshift beam put in to make it passable, but not sure how long that will last. The trail is definitely in need of repairs and maintenance. Devil's kitchen is a worthwhile destination still despite the difficulties.
An absolute gem in California. Could not ask for a better place to hike. It was a nice in and out trail. I can't wait to go back and explore some of the off shoots of the Devil's Kitchen trail for even more fun experiences. Please make sure you respect nature and stay on the trails. This not only helps preserve it, but in some places it could be seriously dangerous.
Last couple miles of the drive was unpaved. Road was closed to traffic 2 miles away from the trailhead as of 09/01/2023 so plan your hike accordingly. Definitely worth it though!
The trail is a steady incline. I agree with the other reviews... One of the best places to visit within Lassen Park! Little to no people on the trail as it is definitely a drive from the main scenic byway road. Last 3 miles is dirt. Recommend for those fellow wanderlust. The trail takes you through a meadow clearing which on a sunny day allows you to soak it all in.
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