Facility · California ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Lassen National Forest (NF) · Open Access
This large trailhead offers the best equestrian access for the Thousand Lakes Wilderness. Plenty of parking and turn around room for vehicles and trailers.
The Cypress Trail has a moderate climb of 1000 feet before dropping down to beautiful Lake Eiler and the lower lakes. A connector trails offers access to the upper lakes just 3 miles away and to the majestic Magee Peak.
40.73835, -121.60813 · 40°44'18.1"N 121°36'29.3"W
Typically 90°F in Jul, down to 44°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 45 | 49 | 55 | 62 | 72 | 81 | 90 | 88 | 82 | 68 | 52 | 44 |
| Low °F | 23 | 24 | 27 | 31 | 37 | 42 | 48 | 44 | 38 | 30 | 26 | 22 |
| Precip in | 4.5 | 5.2 | 4.0 | 2.8 | 1.9 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 1.3 | 2.5 | 4.8 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 10.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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