As I strolled beside the gently lapping water, I'm the only human around, enjoying the serenity of Manzanita Lake in Lassen Volcanic National Park.
Even at Manzanita Lake, right near the park's northwest entrance, wildlife encounters can get pretty hairy, as evidenced by past attacks like that of a river otter.
The Dixie Fire burned more than 70,000 acres of the park in 2021, leaving it closed for months, showcasing the challenges of nature's unpredictability.
My eagerness to see Lassen's remarkable recovery after recent wildfires is strong, yet nature remains wild and unpredictable, highlighting the risks of outdoor adventures.
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