Pct: Sonora Pass - Carson Pass
10.5 mi
Distance
1,988 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 29m
Est. Time
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
We don't publish a description for Pct: Sonora Pass - Carson Pass unless we can point you at the agency it came from. We don't have one yet. The planning figures above — distance, elevation gain, estimated time, route type — come from the source listed on this trail.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,393 ft |
| High point | 8.1 mi | 2,783 ft |
| End | 10.5 mi | 2,721 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Markleeville, CA · about 3 mi away
- County:
- Alpine County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Toiyabe National Forest · United States Forest Service
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