From the Desert to Tall Pines Scenic Road
If you are looking for peace and solitude, then consider a road trip along this 75-mile byway.
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If you are looking for peace and solitude, then consider a road trip along this 75-mile byway. Not many travelers have ever driven down this road, and even fewer have explored the surrounding forests and grasslands. As it climbs up the Sierra Ancha Mountain Range, you will get the gaze down to the lands below without seeing another soul for miles. The mountain pass is particularly steep and rugged, which might explain why many visitors are deterred from venturing this far. Once at the top, you will drive past creeks, waterfalls, valleys, and even a small town (where you can stop for food or spend the night). The entire journey can be made in a few hours, but it's recommended to take the better part of a day to truly appreciate these untouched landscapes.
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