Bumpass (pronounced bump-us) Hell is the largest of eight hydrothermal areas in Lassen Volcanic National Park. Covering 16 acres, there are approximately 75 thermal features consisting of boiling acid-sulfate ponds, mud pots, and superheated fumeroles. This area was named after one Kendall Bumpass stepped through the thin crust and severely burned his leg in a scalding mudpot. There were no boardwalks back then, but it's a really good idea to stay on the boardwalk now, wouldn't you agree?
A First View Of Bumpass Hell
Rebecca Latson
Thursday, November 24, 2022
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