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Carson Pass Highway (Route 88)

Basics
Location:
Over Carson path through the Sierra Nevada Mountains north of Sacramento
Surface:
Paved
Length:
58 miles (93 km)
Time:
About 1.5 hours
Season:
Drivable year round, snowy conditions may exist

Description

The Carson Pass Scenic Highway is a dramatic escape into the high reaches and climes of the Sierra Nevada Mountains that runs from peaks and valleys to lakes and forest.

The Carson Pass Scenic Highway starts at Dew Drop on Highway 88, 55 miles north from Sacramento. Follow Highway 88 east to Woodfords and the end of the byway.

The drive travels along a mountainous path that is heavily timbered and crosses through both Eldorado and Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forests. Fishing, biking, hiking, skiing, bird-watching, and boating are just some of the activities available to area sight-seers - be sure to leave time to enjoy a lingering stop in Mokelumne Wilderness Area for an insider's glimpse of what this lovely stretch of country is all about.

Tourism Resources

Points of Interest

Points of Interest Along The Way

Eldorado National Forest (CA)

This forest offers camping, hiking, picnicking, boating, and more.

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest (CA)

This forest is the largest National Forest outside Alaska.

Mokelumne Wilderness Area (CA)

The pristine Mokelumne Wilderness Area preserves a place where the wild plant and animal communities are left to unfold and evolve without human interference.

Stanislaus National Forest (CA)

Full of diverse recreation, such as fishing, hiking, swimming, or camping, the Stanislaus National Forest highlights your trip to the Sierra Nevadas.

Details

Location:
Over Carson path through the Sierra Nevada Mountains north of Sacramento
Surface:
Paved
Length:
58 miles (93 km)
Time:
About 1.5 hours
Main Roads:
CA-88 E
Season:
Drivable year round, snowy conditions may exist

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