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PCT Trailhead, Carson Pass

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PCT Trailhead, Carson Pass

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  • Location: Alpine County, California, United States

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    January 8, 2020

    Hiking

    The Pacific Crest Trail crosses Highway 88 at the highest point, on Carson Pass, continuing along the crest. A seasonal information center is open in summer, as are the pit toilets at the parking area. In winter and spring trail access is maintained from a snopark that allows overnight parking/camping with a seasonal or day permit.

    July 3, 2022

    Hiking

    At Carson Pass you will find an information center with a small shop and some benches. Pit toilets are also available. If you are lucky, there might be some trail magic.

    June 2, 2016

    Ski touring

    During winter, Carson Pass (Elevation 8,574 ft, 2,613 m) is the only ploughed snow-free road across the Sierra Nevada South of Lake Tahoe's Hwy 50.
    All other roads between the …
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    Location: Alpine County, California, United States

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