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Lake Tahoe, California - Scenic Drives

Byways, Backways, Historic Routes,...

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If you're looking for a stretch of road on which to enjoy a sight-seeing cruise (and there are several), consider one of the drives in the Lake Tahoe area listed below. Keep in mind that during winter months there may be seasonal road closures. Click on any scenic byway or backway listed below for complete information.

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More Info Carson Pass Highway (Route 88)
  • Paved
  • About 1.5 hours
  • 58 miles (93 km)

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 Woodfor...

More Info Lake Tahoe - Eastshore Drive
  • One hour to drive or a few hours to enjoy the Byway.
  • 28 miles (45 km)

Referred to as "the most beautiful drive in America," the Lake Tahoe - East Shore Drive meanders through the sort of picturesque scenery that proves its reputation well-founded. Pristine Lake Tahoe, surrounded by the snow-capped Sierras, is one of the state's top tourist destinations for the access...

More Info Mount Rose Highway
  • 30-45 minutes
  • 19.45 miles (31 km)

The Mt. Rose Highway (SR-431) rises in dramatic fashion from the sage-covered foothills of the Truckee Meadows, topping the Carson Range of the Sierra Nevada Mountains at 8,911 feet. The Mt. Rose Highway is the highest all-season pass in the Sierras. Near its summit the highway cuts through beautif...

More Info Yuba-Donner Scenic Byway
  • Paved
  • 5-6 hours
  • 175 miles (281 km)

Yuba-Donner Scenic Byway is a route that commemorates the ill-fated Donner party and the many ‘49ers who came to California in search of gold, land, and the American Dream.Yuba-Donner Scenic Byway loops around starting from Nevada City. Travel in order on State Highways 20, 49, 89 and on Interstate ...

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