Fall is Here in California's High Sierra

Enjoy warm days and cool nights in The Sierra Nevada

The High Sierra

THE NATURAL SIDE OF CALIFORNIA

It’s no wonder California’s High Sierra is so well known to world travelers. There’s something here for everyone in all four seasons, whether it’s outdoor adventure, sightseeing, or just enjoying the natural beauty of this high altitude paradise. This is an adventurer’s playground. The Sierra Nevada mountain range is an expanse of majestic peaks offering seemingly limitless summer and fall activities and world-class winter snow sports. In addition to Lake Tahoe, Mammoth Lakes, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, there’s also Bodie, Grover Hot Springs, Calaveras Big Trees State Park and Devils Postpile National Monument. As a premier year-round destination, the High Sierra is home to historic sites, arts and culture, and a wide range of entertainment. Wonderful cuisine can be savored at countless unique restaurants, and in the morning, the grandeur of California’s High Sierra unfolds before your eyes. It’s not a bad way to start the day.

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When #winter decides to blanket the High Sierra with snow, those once vibrant fall landscapes will turn into #winterwonderland postcards.

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A gorgeous scene floating amongst the #tufatowers.

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A stroll through #HetchHetchy is always a winner... in any season.

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We #spy 👀 some #giants in the distance.

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#Yosemite always looks beautiful with a sprinkling of snow on top. Will you visit this winter when our beautiful park adorns its winter blanket?

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The #fall landscape of #LakeTahoe may soon be replaced by white capped peaks. Are you ready for the change of seasons?

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Jagged peaks. Blue water. Vibrant #fallcolors. That`s a pefect fall day in the Eastern Sierra.

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It`s as if #fall goes on forever.

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Don`t let the cooler temps stop you from enjoying late season #hikes in the High Sierra. Dress in layers and know the weather... and then get out there and explore.

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With scenery this beautiful, where do you stop on the trail for a picture? The whole #hike is a picture!

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It`s as if the #fallcolors are coming up from the ground and covering everything in their path. Just gorgeous!

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The #evergreens and #fallcolors mix perfectly around #EmeraldBay. It`s the best of both worlds.

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A perfect pink palette falls over Truckee on a gorgeous #fall evening.

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The tier of colors looks like a painting. #SEKI is good at making things beautiful.

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Not everywhere in the High Sierra are people thinking about a snowy winter. Who`s still riding their #bike?

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The perfect mix of #evergreens and #fallcolors line the lakes of the Eastern Sierra.

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Fall has sun-kissed #Yosemite for a romantic afternoon stroll.

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It`s fall up. It`s fall down. It`s fall all around the High Sierra.

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One of our favorite views of #fall. The beautiful blue High Sierra sky just showing through the electric yellow aspen. 🤩

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A stunning #fall moment, frozen in time for us to enjoy as long as we can.

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Wine & Craft Beer Country

The foothills on the western slope of the Sierra Nevada have deep roots in the wine industry, offering a quaint, relaxing version of California wine country with family-owned wineries and historic towns from the gold rush era. Meanwhile, the craft beer scene is exploding with new craft breweries setting up shop in towns across the region. 

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Lake Tahoe

World class skiing, 300 sunny days per year and endless activities to pursue, your vacation awaits you in California's beautiful Lake Tahoe, your all-season travel destination.

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Western Sierra

Lush Forests teeming with wildlife, glaciated granite domes, spectacular waterfalls, towering groves of Giant Sequoias, aquamarine pools, lakes, and two of California's three renowned National Parks.

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Eastern Sierra

California's High Sierra region's eastern kingdom is filled with some of the area's most rugged and magnificent terrain.

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Southern Sierra

Nestled between Yosemite and Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, California’s Southern Sierra contains some of the most pristine wilderness suitable for camping, hiking, fishing and a myriad of other recreational opportunities.

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