Carson Pass West

CA, USA

The climb begins about a 1/4 east of Kirkwood Meadows Drive by riding east up CHwy 88.

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Climb Summary

Cycling Carson Pass West

Ride 4.8 miles gaining 810’’ at 3% average grade.

This climb begins near the entrance to Kirkwood Ski Resort and is fairly mild throughout - the steepest ½ mile is 6.3%. This climb is is on busy Highway 88 so be prepared for that. Otherwise, this is the primary route to and from South Lake Tahoe (via Luther Pass) and Kirkwood.

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