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Yuba-Donner Scenic Byway
This byway passes through the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range as it travels into the Tahoe National Forest.
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Yuba-Donner Scenic Byway Details
This byway passes through the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range as it travels into the Tahoe National Forest. It is a massive 175-mile highway, which also encompasses a few other iconic routes of California including Interstate 80, State Route 89, and State Route 49. The landscape is a mix of dense forest and rugged mountains, although there are a few green tree-covered valleys along the way.
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Nearby Parks Around Yuba-Donner Scenic Byway
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Yuba-Donner Scenic Byway
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3.3 mi away
Donner Memorial State Park
If the name of this park sounds familiar, it is because it is the location where members of the infamous Donner Party were trapped.
3.5 mi away
Donner Memorial State Park
If you are looking for a place to beat the sweltering heat, then look no further than this state park.
10.1 mi away
Burton Creek State Park
Ideal for year-round adventure, this park is located near one of the busiest outdoor recreation areas in California.
10.8 mi away
Kings Beach State Recreation Area
Boasting almost 1,000-feet of shorefront along the northern part of Lake Tahoe, this park is a popular destination for recreational activities.
11.5 mi away
Tahoe Rim Trail
Long-distance hikers have inevitably heard of this two-week trek around the perimeter of Lake Tahoe.
