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Welcome to one of the most intimate and untamed trans-Sierra routes- the Ebbetts Pass National Scenic Byway. Jutting up from the heart of the Sierra Nevada with Lake Tahoe and Yosemite National Park as its neighbors, the byway is a 61-mile stretch of Highways 4 and 89, in between the towns of Arnold in Calaveras County and Markleeville in Alpine County, California. Glacially carved valleys, granite outcroppings, basalt columns, ancient volcanic peaks, deep river READ MORE

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#tbt to our camping trip to the mountains last weekend 🏕 I loved the ruggedness of the peaks surrounding us and the chance to camp at/above the tree line 🌲 Excited for the chance to head back up there tomorrow 🏔💙 #themountainsarecalling #cabintrips #exploring #ebbettspass #highlandlakes #carsonicebergwilderness #stanislausnationalforest #dominickneedsahaircut

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If you’ve driven past Mosquito Lake, you know it’s impossible not to stop and take a photo... Mother Nature made it even more striking with stormy skies as a backdrop.

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It was so nice to escape both the triple degree heat and reality for awhile. Dominick's parents recommended their campground from last weekend and it was truly beautiful. 2 gorgeous lakes, plenty of hiking, incredible views, no service, and time together was exactly what we needed. This isn't a typical summer but we're definitely trying to make the most of it 🏕🏔💙 #amadoradventures #themountainsarecalling #highlandlakes #ebbettspass #campingtrips #summerweekends #dominickneedsahaircut

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Pierre, the photog in training. 🐕📷🏞🌅🌄🌌
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#weekendvibes #roadtrip #travel #malikot #highdesert #landscapephotography #naturephotography #bluehourphotography #shotoniphone11promax #sonyalpha #zeisscameralenses #sleepingunderthestars #stanislausnationalforest #sierranevadas #ebbettspass #sonorapass #toigapass #mammoth #monolake #bishop #nationalscenicbyway #explorecalifornia #captures

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This is how we “socially distance”. I for one cannot sit inside all day. I have no interest in possibly endangering someone by spreading any sort of sickness or disease, but I also know my body and what I personally need; which is to get outside. We had a serious conversation on this ridge, and what it came down to was we’d rather die out here any day than be sheltered in fear of a virus, or in turn being afraid to LIVE because of any of the “what if’s” out there. We didn’t breathe on each other, touch or spread germs, and didn’t risk our well being. We are teachers, nurses, students, athletes, and most of all- adventurers. I surround myself with like minded people and this is my tribe. Stay safe people, but live it up. 🤘🏼

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Bishop, CA
Eastern Sierra’s: Long Lake

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Bridgeport, CA

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Temporary Forest Closures – Updated

Updated 9-25-2020 – The Stanislaus Forest is open with fire restrictions in place. A red flag warning is in place for this weekend, please recreate safely. Check for updates with the National Weather Service and Hathaway Pines Forest Service office. … Read More

The Scenic Byway Association and the Forest Service Remind You to Take Care of Yourself, the forest, and our communities this Labor Day Weekend

Our visitors are reminded that fire season is here and our rural communities and recreational areas have been overwhelmed this year with visitors. Please follow health guidelines, be especially careful, and clean up after enjoying your time here. We do … Read More

Hermitfest 2020 Canceled

It is with great regret that we have canceled our Annual Scenic Celebration, affectionately known as Hermitfest, planned for September 12th, 2020 due to COVID-19 constraints and concerns for the wellbeing of our community and our visitors. We know many … Read More

Cal Trans Activity on the Scenic Byway This Week

There will be a couple of lane closures this week resulting in short delays. Begin: Calaveras/Alpine County Line End: Closure Gate # 5 on State Route 89 Restriction: Moving closure #1 of 2 lanes Reason: Striping OperationExpected Delays: 5 minutes … Read More

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Photos courtesy of Warren Alford, Jason Buck, John Feagans, Ann Gerckens, Dayv Glussing,
Dave Hargus, Jan Hovey, Dick James, Brian Kermeen, Walter Roth, Mark Silverstone/West World Images.

Scenic4.org is the Official Website for Northern California's Ebbetts Pass National Scenic Byway. Visit Byways.org, the Federal Highway Administration's National Byways website for more on this byway, other Scenic Byways, and byway information.