Echo Summit: A Historical Landmark in the Sierra Nevada
Explore Echo Summit: A historic gateway to Lake Tahoe offering year-round outdoor adventures and stunning Sierra Nevada views.
Echo Summit, a mountain pass in the Sierra Nevada, California, is a site of historical significance. It is the highest point on U.S. Route 50 in California and was the location of the 1968 U.S. Olympic men's track and field trials.
A brief summary to Site of Echo Summit (California Historical Landmark No. 1048)
- 21200 US-50, South Lake Tahoe, California, 96150, US
Local tips
- Visit the California Historical Landmark marker to learn about the 1968 Olympic trials held here.
- In winter, check out Adventure Mountain for snow tubing and family-friendly activities.
- Hike a portion of the Tahoe Rim Trail or Pacific Crest Trail, accessible from Echo Summit.
Getting There
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Driving
Echo Summit is located directly on U.S. Route 50, approximately 12 miles southwest of South Lake Tahoe. From South Lake Tahoe, take US-50 West. The historical landmark site is located just off the highway in the parking lot for Adventure Mountain. Parking fees may apply. Limited free parking may be available outside the gate.
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Taxi
Taxis and rideshares are available from South Lake Tahoe to Echo Summit. The typical cost for a one-way trip is $60 - $75 and the journey takes about 17 minutes. Companies like Elite Tahoe Taxi and BlackJack Taxi operate in the area.
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