Sights in Lassen & Around
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Lassen Peak
Lassen Peak, the world's largest plug-dome volcano, rises 2000ft over the surrounding landscape to 10,457ft above sea level. Classified as an active volcano, its most recent eruption took place in 1915 when it blew a giant cloud of smoke, steam and ash 7 miles into the atmosphere. The national park was created the following year to protect the newly formed landscape. Some areas destroyed by the blast, including the aptly named Devastated Area, northeast of the peak, are recovering impressively.
Hwy 89, the road through the park, wraps around Lassen Peak on three sides and provides access to the geothermal areas, lakes, picnic areas and hiking trails. It's only possible to…
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Sundial Bridge
Resembling a run-aground (and wildly off-course) cruise ship, shimmering-white Sundial Bridge spans the river vista. Completed in 2004, this impressive glass-deck pedestrian overpass connects Turtle Bay Exploration Park to the north bank of the Sacramento. Designed by renowned Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, the bridge/sundial now attracts visitors from around the world who come to marvel at this unique feat of engineering artistry.
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