Beckwourth Peak

Beckwourth Peak is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.205m (7,234ft) above the sea level, located in Plumas County, in California, United States. The road is very steep: the average gradient is 8.59%.

Beckwourth Peak

Located in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, within the Plumas National Forest, the road to the summit is unpaved. It is a Forest Service Road. Only 4wd vehicles to reach the summit. Most of the road can be driven by 2WD vehicles (excepr the last 3 ¼ miles to the summit).

Located directly west of the Sierra Valley, the road offers excellent views of the valley and surrounding mountains. At the summit are some communication towers. The road is totally impassable in winters. The road is very steep. Starting from Portola McLears Road, the ascent is 8.05km long. Over this distance the elevation gain is 692 meters. The average gradient is 8.59%.
Pic: Ryan Bavetta

 

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