The Loneliest Highway to Sacramento Pass in Nevada

Sacramento Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.185m (7,168ft) above sea level, located in White Pine County, in the U.S. state of Nevada.

Sacramento Pass

Where is Sacramento Pass?

The pass is located north of Wheeler Peak, in the eastern part of Nevada, within the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. It is Nevada's most easterly summit on the highway.

Is the road to Sacramento Pass paved?

The road to the summit is totally paved in very good condition. It’s called US Highway 50, nicknamed as the Loneliest Highway in America. It features numerous steep sections, with several tight turns boasting grades of up to 8%.

Is the road to Sacramento Pass open year-round?

Set high on the crest of the Snake Range, on the outskirts of Great Basin National Park, the road is open year-round, with the occasional closure in winters due to dangerous weather conditions.

 

 

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