Lake Helen – Summit Lake loop from Brokeoff Mountain Trailhead

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Lake Helen – Summit Lake loop from Brokeoff Mountain Trailhead

Hard

riders

Lake Helen – Summit Lake loop from Brokeoff Mountain Trailhead

04:30

63.5km

1,270m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 62.6 km for 94 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

Get Directions

9.35 km

Lake Helen

Highlight • Lake

Lake Helen is a glacial tarn situated at approximately 8,200 feet in Lassen Volcanic National Park, in Northern California. Located south of Lassen Peak and west of Bumpass Mountain, the …

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11.9 km

Lassen Peak Trailhead

Highlight • Parking

Trailhead parking to the short but steep trail to the summit

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19.3 km

Kings Creek Picnic Area

Highlight • Rest Area

This area provides charcoal disposal bins, vault toilets, and picnic sites at the trailhead to Cold Boiling and Crumbaugh Lakes. It was only moderately affected by the Dixie Fire in 2021.

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26.6 km

Summit Lake

Highlight • Lake

Swimming is generally better from the north shore; the south shore is more grassy.
nps.gov/lavo/planyourvisit/summit-lake-campground.htm

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31.3 km

Devastated Area Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

50.0 km

Viewpoint

62.6 km

Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center

Highlight • Rest Area

This is a year-round visitor center located near the park's southwest entrance. Amenities include wifi, gift shop, dining, exhibits, and information desk. Directions, hours of operation, and more can be found at the visitor center website: nps.gov/lavo/planyourvisit/visitorcenters.htm

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63.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

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