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Pierpoint
Highway 190 Climb
DiscoverPlaces to seeMountain passesUnited StatesCaliforniaTulare CountyGiant Sequoia National Monument
Pierpoint
Highway 190 Climb
Highlight (Segment) • Climb
Highway 190 Climb
Road cycling
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Alexandra P
April 29, 2025
Road cycling
Highway 190, nestled in the scenic Southwestern Sierra foothills, begins just outside of Sequoia National Forest, where riders immediately encounter a dramatic change in landscape. The first miles introduce the dry, desert-like terrain, characteristic of the valley floor, gradually transitioning into a stunning alpine ecosystem as you ascend past the 5,000-foot mark. Along the way, you'll weave through dense forests, including mixed-conifer and lodgepole pine, offering beautiful yet challenging scenery as you climb toward the high-altitude pass.
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Distance 36.1 km
Uphill 2,880 m
Downhill 1,090 m
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Location: Pierpoint, Giant Sequoia National Monument, Tulare County, California, United States