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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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Shocker 😉 It takes us ALL to keep the outdoor spaces we love clean! Imagine, if we all picked up at least one piece of litter.

Thank you to everyone who does their part to keep Ebbetts Pass beautiful. We appreciate you!

#leavenotrace #calaverascounty #alpinecounty #alpinelake #bearvalley #packitinpackitout #visitcalifornia #northerncalifornia #pcttrail

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That feeling you get when you see a stunning sunset ☀️

📍: @arnoldrimtrail 📷: @_mountain.dew_ #gocalaveras #stayinarnold #arnoldcalifornia #arnoldrimtrail #sunsets #californiahikes

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It’s no secret, that Hermitfest is a highly anticipated event and this year did not disappoint 💚 Great music, wonderful people, and beautiful weather!

Thank you to everyone who attended, participated, and supported the event. A huge shout out to our generous sponsors - @cedarcreekrealtyarnold, @hellohumankindness, @calwaste, The Orman Family, Bear Valley Business Association, Beci Electric, @bearvalleylodge, Glen Bradley, Phil Davis, Bear Valley Real Estate, Bertini Plumbing, Hibernation Stoves, Little Trees Wellness, @corcoranglcalaveras, and Fox Security.

📸: Cantamos #hermitfest #bearvalley

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Hermitfest is in Bear Valley this year. Despite the venue change, you will still find all the things you 💚 about the festival. Including, a full day of live music. Here is Saturday's musical lineup:

12:00 Ten Dollar Pony
1:30 Alan Drown
2:45 Cantamos
4:15 Jimbo Scott Band
6:00 Grover & The Lampoliers

You can find information on the fest by visiting the link in our bio 👆Including, info on parking and camping.

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If you are in the Bear Valley area this Saturday, head to the ball field for Hermitfest West. You’ll find live music all-day, artisan vendors, and food for sale.

The Music Lineup:
12:00 Ten Dollar Pony
1:30 Alan Drown
2:45 Cantamos
4:15 Jimbo Scott Band
6:00 Grover & The Lampoliers

You can get more information by visiting the link in our bio. Including, info on parking and camping.

📷: @thomasbalentine

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Mark your calendars 📅 Hermitfest is back this year Saturday, September 10th! This year's annual celebration will be in Bear Valley at the ball field. The music lineup includes:
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🎶 Ten Dollar Pony
🎶 Alan Drown
🎶 Cantmos
🎶 Jimbo Scott Band
🎶 Grover Anderson & The Lampoliers

You can get more info by visiting the link in our bio 👆

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If you blink you’ll miss it, but you’d regret it ❤️

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The very best dog gone days 🐶 Tell us, does your pouch have a favorite Ebbetts Pass adventure?

📸: @andreaheyfron @kenthejeepguy

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Reclaim A “New” Trail Work Day

Bear Valley Trail Stewardship Volunteers: Saturday, 9/17 – 8:30 am to noon Trail Work Day & Complimentary Lunch THE PROJECT: On Saturday morning (9/17), BVTS is going to begin building the first section of the BV “Meadow Loop Trail.” This … Read More

Alpine Watershed Group Work Day in Markleeville

Alpine Watershed Group (AWG) invites you to join them for a morning of watershed restoration projects in Alpine County on Saturday, September 17, 2022 starting at 9 a.m. at Markleeville Library Park. Please see the webpage for all the details, … Read More

What’s Happening on the Pass in September

Planning your weekend or a visit to the area? Keep an eye on the VisitMurphys, GoCalaveras, CalaverasWines, & Alpine County calendars. Are you hosting an event in the area and wondering why you don’t see it included here? It’s probably because we don’t know … Read More

Hermitfest West is Coming to Bear Valley on September 10th, 2022 – Updates!

The Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway Association is excited to invite you to join us for our annual celebration on the pass, fondly known as Hermitfest. This year we will be celebrating in the ballfield at Bear Valley with an all-day … 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.