Title: Upper Meadow in California | Expedia.co.uk [Upper Meadow Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Upper-Meadow-Hotels.0-l553248635810264145-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to California](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-California.d206.Flight-Destinations)[Upper Meadow Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Upper-Meadow.d553248635810264145.Car-Hire-Guide)[California Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/California.d206.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Upper Meadow ![Mill Creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810264145/758d5128-2cfc-4be9-a0bd-64ed47636715.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mill Creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810264145/758d5128-2cfc-4be9-a0bd-64ed47636715.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mill Creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810264145/27943f27-ff76-49b8-9cb2-95acffcaf7e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mill Creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810264145/4682e0aa-1385-45ee-b1dd-d8c2da2b3454.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mill Creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810264145/7e85b3d3-bc78-49ce-b40f-64e864376e00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Upper Meadow Activities --- --- #### Colourful wildflowers and grasses decorate this vast, open meadow, where you’ll see mule deer grazing along the meandering Kings Creek. The Upper Meadow is a large field of lush grasses through which Kings Creek winds. Framing the meadow are the snowy caps of mountains and dense thickets of narrow fir trees. Admire the range of wildflowers in bloom in late spring and summer in this idyllic spot in Lassen Volcanic National Park. Go on a leisurely stroll with your family along the banks of Kings Creek and appreciate the natural beauty around you. A great range of plants grow here, from lupines and fawn lilies to skunk cabbages. Note that the stream eventually runs into the Lower Meadow. Take photos of snow-topped Lassen Peak that rises above the hills in the northwestern part of the meadow. Lay down a blanket beside the stream and enjoy a picnic in these serene surroundings. You may wish to rest your feet in the cold water after a long walk. Trek through the stunning natural terrain, starting at the Kings Creek Falls Trailhead. The popular trail is a 2.3-mile (3.7-kilometer) round trip. Wander into the forest of Californian red firs and spot mule deer and Clark’s nutcracker birds. Reach the powerful Kings Creek Falls, where water rushes down stacked layers of rock edged by ferns. You’ll be treated to a stunning panorama from the nearby Upper Cascades Viewpoint. It is thought the meadow formed after a vast lake dried up many thousands of years ago. In winter the meadow and Kings Creek Falls Trail are buried beneath thick layers of snow. Look at the way tree trunks have been curved from snow pressures in years past. The Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway wraps around the Upper Meadow in the southeastern part of Lassen Volcanic National Park. Drive north from the town of Mill Creek for 22 miles (35 kilometers) to arrive in about 40 minutes. Park the car in the lot for the Kings Creek Trailhead. Visit some of the nearby attractions, such as Lassen Peak, Bumpass Mountain and Lake Helen. Note that this section of the highway through the park closes in winter, limiting access to Upper Meadow and Kings Creek Falls. ## Plan a trip to see Upper Meadow Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![The LEEF Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113840000/113831500/113831485/55239c28_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The LEEF Hotel Citrus Grove Save 100% on your flight £600 per person 20 Apr - 27 Apr found 1 day ago Return flight included London (LHR) to Los Angeles (LAX) 8.4/10 Very Good! (326 reviews) Clean, cozy, comfy and they provide lots of towels, tissue, etc. Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 ![The Sofia Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1580000/1573900/1573807/ba6cea84_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Sofia Hotel Downtown San Diego Save 100% on your flight £1,075 per person 17 Apr - 22 Apr found 1 day ago Return direct flight included London (LON) to San Diego (SAN) 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,627 reviews) Fairly good location Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 ![The Hollywood Roosevelt](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34200/34142/188aefea_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Hollywood Roosevelt Hollywood Save 100% on your flight £968 per person 20 Apr - 27 Apr found 1 day ago Return flight included London (LHR) to Los Angeles (LAX) 9/10 Wonderful! (1,742 reviews) Excellent staff that goes above and beyond to help. Cabana room was incredible and very comfortable. One of the best pools I've ever been too. Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 ### Popular places to visit ![Mill Creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635185410935/23e1ca64-7f2b-4535-ada2-23b7af7ef351.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kings Creek Meadow 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kings-Creek-Meadow-California.d553248635185410935.Attraction) ![Lassen Peak Trail](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635923089613/15aba112-b6cc-4da6-b060-008b6d9114c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lassen Peak Trail 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lassen-Peak-Trail-California.d553248635923089613.Attraction) ![Mill Creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635919602927/182c9a13-9530-4ef9-b06a-b5c36ca1bc76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Helen 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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