Butte Lake

Total Miles 6.6
Technical Rating
2 Easy
Best Time Spring, Summer, Fall
Trail Type Full-Width Road
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Trail Overview

This trail begins at Highway 44, travels through Lassen National Forest into Lassen Volcanic National Park, and concludes at Butte Lake. The trail is not technical, but can be eroded and present long stretches of washboards. Butte Lake, Campground, Ranger Station, and Cinder Cone hike can all be found at the conclusion of the trail.

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Difficulty

The trail is a hard-packed gravel road and is not technical, however can be eroded after adverse weather. Snow, long stretches of washboards, and fallen trees are common.

Technical Rating

2

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Justin Couvillion
Jul 07, 2025
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Heavily washboarded. If you have an Rv go slow

Butte Lake Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Single Track
  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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