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Susanville
Spend a day in Susanville to see the museum and trail; add a night if you want a base for nearby outdoor trips.
Susanville is a small town in Lassen County, California, on SR 36 and US 395. Its main attractions are the Roop's Fort/William H. Pratt Museum, the Bizz Johnson rail‑trail, and easy access to Eagle Lake and Lassen Volcanic National Park. A day covers the core sights; an overnight lets you rest before heading into the outdoors.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
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- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- May–Oct
- avoid Dec–Feb (snow and road closures)
- Airport
- RNO
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Susanville911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Susanville, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetycheckSusanville is low‑crime; main risks are remote‑area driving and limited medical services, so carry a basic first‑aid kit and check road conditions.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police · 911 fire · 911 ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportRNO Reno–Tahoe International Airport (About 138 km (86 mi) north, 2 h drive via US 395).RNO Reno–Tahoe International Airport (About 86 mi (138 km) north, 2 h drive via US 395).
- Getting aroundCar is the primary mode; limited regional bus service.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedBudget motel room, a night, per roomUS$80
- Mid-range bedBudget motel room, a night, per roomUS$100
- High-end bedBudget motel room, a night, per roomUS$120
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$80 · Mid US$130 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- RNO Reno–Tahoe International Airport (About 138 km (86 mi) north, 2 h drive via US 395)RNO Reno–Tahoe International Airport (About 86 mi (138 km) north, 2 h drive via US 395)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Feb
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Mar
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Oct
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Nov
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Dec
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C) low), wettest Dec (7 rain days), driest Jun (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Susanville: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
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Feb
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
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Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
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Apr
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
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May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
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Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
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Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
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Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
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Sep
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
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Oct
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
5 rd
Nov
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
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Dec
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is the primary mode; limited regional bus service. Parking available at museum and trailheads.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Eagle Lake
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Drive north on SR 36, about 25 km (16 mi)Drive north on SR 36, about 16 mi (25 km)
Fishing, swimming, camping.
Lassen Volcanic National Park
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Drive west on SR 36 then north on SR 89
Volcanic features, hiking.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
SureStay Plus by Best Western Susanville
Main street, car‑friendly; suitable for one night.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $80–$120 excl. bed
- Mid
- $120–$180 excl. bed
- High
- $180+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget motel room1 × 3 nights × US$100 | US$300 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × US$130 | US$780 |
| Car rental (compact, 1 day)2 × US$50 | US$100 |
| Gas for 150 km round-trip2 × US$30 | US$60 |
| Trip total≈ US$207 per person per day, bed included | US$1,240 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Watch out
Safety
- Remote location: services (grocery, medical) are limited; plan supplies.
- Winter road closures on US 395 and SR 36; check conditions before travel.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 911
- Fire
- 911
- Ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Reno (RNO) → Susanville by car: ≈ 86 mi, about 2 h drive (check road conditions)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Susanville. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Oct · avoid Dec–Feb (snow and road closures) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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