How to drive the unpaved road to Eagle Peak in California
Eagle Peak is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.753m (9,032ft) above sea level, located in Tuolumne County, in the U.S. state of California.
Where is Eagle Peak?
The peak is located in the northeastern part of California, within the Stanislaus National Forest.
Is the road to Eagle Peak unpaved?
The road to the summit is totally unpaved. It’s called Forest Route 5N74. A 4x4 vehicle is required. It comprises narrow parts and steep sections.
How long is the road to Eagle Peak?
Starting from Forest Route 4N12, the road to the summit is 3.86km (2.4 miles) long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 246m (810 ft) and the average gradient is 6.37%.
Is the road to Eagle Peak open year-round?
Set high in the Sierra Nevada, the road is not plowed in winters.
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