Yosemite National Park is one of the most visited places in the States. Fortunately most visitors stick to the crowded valley but the hiking paths are still much more frequented than in other parks. Still the sights are absolutely amazing.
The park has an incredible set of waterfalls which are several hundred meters high.
Lassen Volcanic National Park is located in the north of California. The area surrounding Lassen Peak is active with different mud pots, fumaroles and hot springs. This part of the park is called Bumpass Hell and looks similar to some places in the Yellowstone park.
In the east end of the park lies a cinder cone which is believed to have formed in the 1650s. We went up shortly before sunset. Even though the cone is only about 250 meters high it is a very strenous hike as the loose gravel sends you back a step for every two steps made.
The top of the cone offers an amazing view on what is called Fantastic Lava Beds.
