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The Village at Highlands Ranch

The Village at Highlands Ranch

10/10 Excellent
"Our room was clean and had everything we needed. The restaurant was excellent, we ate breakfast and dinner there both days. Would stay again."
Cindy 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Village at Highlands Ranch
The Black Forest Lodge

The Black Forest Lodge

8/10 Good
"Newly renovated room. Very clean and comfortable. Peaceful setting."
Lisa 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Black Forest Lodge
The Bidwell House

The Bidwell House

10/10 Excellent
"A really nice and slightly quirky place to stay. Staff were friendly and the facilities were good. We had the suite and it was a lovely spacious room with a lot of old work charm. Breakfast was very tasty, but only served 8:30-9:30, so too late for an early start. It is close enough to the restaurants to walk into town or a two minute drive. Lassan Volcanic park is a 30-45 minute drive away. Hint for guests: If you are planning on leaving early they will make a bagged breakfast for you the night before, but you have to order it 24 hours before. My suggestion is if you might want an early breakfast order it when booking or the day before arriving and just confirm when checking in. Hint for the hotel: In the communications with guests when booking ask if they want a packed breakfast."
Nick 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Bidwell House

Other attractions near Emerald Lake

A winding mountain road with vehicles, rocky terrain, and a clear blue lake.

Lake Helen

9.4/10 (25 reviews)
Lassen Peak, Bumpass Mountain and Ski Heil Peak are among the rocky behemoths that frame the deep blue water of this scenic lake.
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A rugged mountain landscape with rocky cliffs, patches of snow, and sparse vegetation.

Lassen Peak Trail

9.4/10 (22 reviews)
Notice the rotten egg smell as you perch over the dome at the end of a trail that loops around the Cascade Range’s southernmost active volcano.
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A group of people observing a steam vent on a hillside.

Sulphur Works

8.8/10 (20 reviews)
The remnants of an ancient volcano release sulfuric steam into the air in this eerie world of fumaroles and bubbling mud pots, where a mine and spa once stood.
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A road leading to the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center with a camper parked nearby.

Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center

9.0/10 (77 reviews)
With a gift shop, café and audiovisual presentation, this informative center serves as the perfect base before exploration of the volcanic park.
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A mountain with snow patches, a dense forest, and a green field.

Upper Meadow

10.0/10 (3 reviews)
Colorful wildflowers and grasses decorate this vast, open meadow, where you’ll see mule deer grazing along the meandering Kings Creek.
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A dense forest with tall evergreen trees and a grassy meadow.

Kings Creek Meadow

9.4/10 (13 reviews)
In the shadow of Mount Lassen, this gorgeous meadow provides access to a waterfall and views of the Milky Way and even the aurora borealis.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Emerald Lake?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Emerald Lake, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, check out some of the hotels and other accommodations that Expedia offers in the area.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Emerald Lake?
Drakesbad Guest Ranch is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this lodge offers free breakfast and free parking. You'll find it 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from Emerald Lake. Other good options around the area include The Village at Highlands Ranch and Highlands Ranch Resort.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Emerald Lake, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Emerald Lake.
What can I see and do near Emerald Lake?
Local parks like Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center, Chaos Crags and Jumbles, and Upper Meadow are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Lake Helen, Lassen Peak Trail, and Lassen Peak. Sulphur Works, Terrace Lake Trailhead, or Devastated Area are some local sights worth checking out.