Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway

State: California
Length: 61.0 mi / 98.2 km
Time to Allow: 2 hours to drive or 5 hours to explore the byway.

Travel Ebbetts Pass National Scenic Byway and experience glacially carved valleys and canyons, ancient volcanic peaks, and rugged granite snow-capped ridges. Two State Park gateways feature the northernmost groves of giant sequoias in the U.S. Driving on this narrow asphalt ribbon brings the backcountry up close, renewing spirit and body.

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  • New Skiing Experiences Await Along Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway

    Take a winter trip along Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway and discover the abundance of downhill and cross-country skiing opportunities among the byway’s towering volcanic peaks and scoured granite valleys. No matter your preference—skiing or snowboarding—or your skill level, you’ll find unique and thrilling snow experiences when you visit one of the most scenic drives across California's Sierra Nevada Mountains.

  • The Cycling Challenge of Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway

    Soaring altitudes, steep inclines, ice-cold mountain lakes, and a winding road. Sound like a recipe for a true road biking challenge? It is— follow the Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway in California for an experience you won’t forget.

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  • 2-Day Trip: Ebbetts Pass Wonderland
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    To truly appreciate the gems of the Ebbetts Pass Wonderland, our itinerary is based on slowing down and taking in the peak experiences with...