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Lake Alpine SNO-PARK
During the winter months, Highway 4 is groomed for snowmobile use from the closure gate 2.5 miles east of Bear Valley to the top of Ebbetts Pass (approximately 15 miles) and to Highland Lakes. This trail has numerous segments, appropriate for different skill levels from novice to expert. As the trail climbs towards the pass, the views are spectacular. Opportunities exist for expert riders to continue riding on the un-groomed portion of the Highway on the east side of Ebbetts Pass. (Note: The groomed portion of Highway 4 is a multi-user trail, and is heavily used by nordic skiers as well as snowmobilers, particularly in the Lake Alpine region.)
You can pick up the most recent Over Snow Vehicle Use map at the Calaveras Ranger District office. Or download a Geotagged PDF of the Over Snow Vehicle Use Map here.
Check the current snow depth here: Snow Depth Map
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Calaveras Ranger District (HWY 4) Check current snow depth here: Snow Depth Map |
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| Fees: | SNO-PARK permits are required Nov 1 to May 31. Daily permits $15.00; seasonal permits $40.00. Permits can be obtained online at www.ohv.parks.ca.gov/snoparks and from these local vendors: Ebbetts Pass Sporting Goods, Arnold - (209) 795-1686 Sierra Nevada Adventure Co., Arnold - (209) 795-9310 Bear Valley Adventure Company, Bear Valley - (209) 753-2834 |
| Open Season: | November 1 - May 31 |
| Closest Towns: | Bear Valley, 2.5 miles west; Arnold, 27 miles west. |
| Water: | No water |
| Restroom: | Vault toilets |
General Information
General Notes:Includes the Bear Valley Access trail: 1.5 miles of intermediate trail that runs from the Lake Alpine SNO-PARK to Bear Valley Village. This trail provides users the opportunity to ride from Bear Valley to the Lake Alpine SNO-PARK to access the groomed trail.
Activities
Sledding/Tubing
Recreation areas with activity Sledding/Tubing:Snow play.
XC Skiing/Snowshoeing
Recreation areas with activity XC Skiing/Snowshoeing:Note: The groomed portion of Highway 4 is a multi-user trail and is heavily used by snowmobilers as well as cross-country skiers, particularly in the Lake Alpine region.
Snowmobiling
Recreation areas with activity Snowmobiling:During the winter months, Highway 4 is groomed for snowmobile use from the closure gate 2.5 miles east of Bear Valley to the top of Ebbetts Pass (approximately 15 miles) and to Highland Lakes. This trail has numerous segments, appropriate for different skill levels from novice to expert. As the trail climbs towards the pass, the views are spectacular. Opportunities exist for expert riders to continue riding on the un-groomed portion of the Highway on the east side of Ebbetts Pass. (Note: The groomed portion of Highway 4 is a multi-user trail, and is heavily used by nordic skiers as well as snowmobilers, particularly in the Lake Alpine region.)
| Difficulty Level: | Easy to Difficult |
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