Winter entrance rate at Lassen Volcanic: what applies in 2026?

Direct answer

Winter entrance rate (private vehicle)

Exact conditions

Status: Required under the listed conditions
Applies to: all visitors
Place or corridor: Southwest Entrance (Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center) and Northwest Entrance (Loomis Plaza / Manzanita Lake)
Effective dates: December 1, 2026 through April 15, 2027
Published fee: $10
Release model: on sale now

Release detail: Paid at the entrance station on arrival, or bought in advance as a digital pass on Recreation.gov. No reservation is involved.

Fee detail: $10 per private vehicle December 1 - April 15, valid 7 consecutive days. Motorcycle $10. Per person on foot or bicycle $10. The summer rates ($30 vehicle / $25 motorcycle / $15 per person) apply April 16 - November 30.

Exceptions and limits

The winter rate is a flat $10 whether you arrive by private vehicle, motorcycle, or on foot or bicycle.
An America the Beautiful pass, a Lassen Annual Pass, or a Senior/Access/Military pass covers the winter entrance fee too.

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Official source

National Park Service · reviewed August 27, 2026

Private Vehicle (Dec 1-Apr 15) $10.00 — Discounted entry fee during winter. Motorcycle (Dec 1-Apr 15) $10.00 — Discounted entry fee for winter. Per Person (Dec 1-Apr 15) $10.00 — Discounted entry fee during winter.

Fees & Passes - Lassen Volcanic National Park