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Current ConditionsForest ServiceChurchesArtists and GalleriesEmergency ServicesRestaurants Stores and GasCabin Rentals CampgroundsDispersed CampingF.S. Rental CabinsResorts and LodgesMotels Crystal BasinHistoric SitesWaterfallsBackpacking BicyclingBoating Day HikesFishingHorseback RidingMountain BikingOHVPicnics Skiing & BoardingX-Country SkiingSnowmobilingSnow Play Discover All the Wonders of Echo Summit Camping along Highway 50Many of the best campgrounds are found in the Crystal Basin. Off the main highway,Crystal Basin makes an ideal place for families to spend days or even a week or two camped on the shoreof one of the many lakes that are scattered about the basin. Farther up the pass are more campgrounds, some right along the American River near Kybruz and Strawberry,others hidden along the Silver Fork. Highlights of the Echo Summit Area Explore the byways along Highway 50 and discover wondrous places along the shores of shimmering lakes, deep in shadowed forests, and high among the mountains. Sly Park and Jenkinson Lake - wonderful camping, boating, and equestrian trails The Crystal Basin - sparkling lakes for camping, boating, and fishing; miles of scenic trails The Desolation Wilderness - a hikers' and backpackers' paradise with pristine mountain lakes and soaring granite peaks Echo Summit - mountain bike in summer, ski in winter; visit the 1968 Olympic training site Strawberry - enjoy a weekend at a historic lodge Union Valley ReservoirUnion Valley Reservoir is among the most popular destinations in the Crystal Basin. Nearly a dozen campgrounds are situated among the trees around the shores of the 277,000-acre lake. At an elevation of 4,900 feet it is high enough to offer relief during summer heat yet low enough for mild nights for camping. The lake is a favorite with boaters, water skiers, anglers, and swimmers. Although threatened by the 2014 King Fire, Union Valley Reservoir and its nearby forests emerged from the smoke unharmed. Thanks to valiant firefighters who brought this devastating fire under control. The American River CanyonAs you drive up Highway 50, take time to stop along theway for waterfalls and scenic features. Just 2 miles east of the Pacific Ranger Station Bridal Veil Falls tumble from the cliff right beside the hightway. Farther up is spectacular Lovers Leap. With binoculars you can follow the progress of rockclimbers on the face of the rock. Also plan to spend some time at Strawberry, a historic spot along the road.A little farther up, just past Twin Bridges, pull into the parking lot for a view of Horsetail Falls. Echo Summit RecreationWinter SportsDownhill Skiing and SnowboardingSierra at Tahoe ski resort is a fabulous place to ski and board away from the Tahoe crowds. The resort has3 Express Quad Chairs along with a mulititude of other lifts, 2,000 acres of skiable terrain withmore than 2,200 feet in vertical drop, and 5 terrain parks and several pipes. Snow PlaySierra at Tahoe's Blizzard Mountain is next door for those who prefer sledding and tubing to the big hills.A pair of lifts carry sliders up the hill. Nearby right at Echo Summit is Adventure Mountain snow playarea with 16 machine-groomed sledding runs and plenty of space for making snowmen or just playing in the snow.A secure parking lot, a lodge with restrooms and food service, and sled and tube rentals make it a great place for familiesto spend the day. Cross Country Skiing Cross country skiers and snowshoers will find miles of groomed trails at Echo Summit, all leading out from the conventientEcho Lake SnoPark. Or for the more adventurous, head out to Loon Lake in the Crystal Basin where many more trails have beenmarked. A warming hut there is open on weekends.BoatingAll kinds of boating is available in the Crystal Basin, from quiet kayaking and canoeing to waterskiing,wakeboarding, and jet skiing. Launch ramps at the reservoirs provide easy access to the water. Those whoprefer kayaking or white water rafting head to the American River. For those interested in largerlakes such as Fallen Leaf Lake or Folsom Lake, you can find more information on California's Greatest Lakes.FishingAnglers have plenty of waters to explore up and down the slopes of Echo Summit. The lakes in theCrystal Basin offer great boat and shore fishing, while the nearby streams are favorite haunts of flyfishermen. For those seeking a little more adventure, the Desolation Wilderness is littered with lakes.Some of them are popular spots, but others a little more out of the way are rarely fished. Backpacking, Day Hikes, Bicycling, and Mountain BikingEcho Summit has a variety of outdoor recreation possibilities.. Backpackers set off intothe Deoslation Wilderness to favorite destinations like Lake Aloha,while day hikers find interesting trails fromeasy nature walks at Gerle Reservoir to summit assaults on mountains like Pyramid Peak.Echo summit has miles of great mountain biking trails and cycling routes.Horseback Riding and Everything Else Horseback riders take advantage of the several equestrian camps in the Crystal Basin or atJenkinson Lake. No shortage of trails await exploring. TOPOther Sierra Passes Other Adventures Donner SummitAt the north end of Lake Tahoe around Donner Summit (Interstate 80) are countless places worthvisiting, from Donner Lake to the emigrant trails, from Giant Sequoias to spectacular fishing lakes. Outdoorenthusiasts enjoy miles of hiking trails, boating, and cycling. It's all waiting for you at Around Donner Summit.Carson PassJust a short jaunt to the south Carson Pass (Highway 88) has many opportunities for adventure. SilverLake and Caples Lake draw fishermen and hikers every summer. Beautiful Hope Valley is popular with snowmobilers andcross country skiers in the winter, while in the summer it is a favorite destination for fly fishermen, photographers, painters, and bird watchers. Learn all about Carson Pass on Up and Over Carson Pass.Ebbetts PassOnly a few miles to the south, Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway (Highway 4) offers mountain lakes, winter skiing,wonderful camping, and a multitude of other outdoor recreation opportunities. You'll find it all on Ebbetts Pass Adventures.Sonora PassA little farther to the south is beautiful Sonora Pass (Highway 108) with Dodge Ridge Ski Resort, Pinecrest Lake,Kennedy Meadows, and dozens of other great destinations and recreation opportunities. Everything about theSonora Pass region is on Sonora Pass Vacations.TOP Discover Echo Summit ◊ Chicago Park Web Design ◊ The map displayed above is for illustrative purposes only. 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