Sierra Vista Scenic Byway Association

Please note: Portions of the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway and some campgrounds and trails in the Sierra National Forest are temporarily closed due to impacts from the Creek Fire.

Please click HERE for current information from the Sierra National Forest.

NELDER GROVE OF GIANT SEQUOIAS is partially open but was heavily damaged due to the January 2021 Wind Event. 

The SHADOW OF THE GIANTS TRAIL remains closed from the 2017 Railroad Fire and the NELDER GROVE CAMPGROUND AND INTERPRETIVE CENTER are currently closed from the Wind Event. Please enter with caution, stay on trails, and watch for sensitive and fragile yearling Sequoias.

CHIQUITO BRIDGE/BEASORE ROAD TRAVEL ALERT - June 29, 2020 - CLICK HERE. Update 6/2/21 - the bridge is still out and construction is resuming.  ALTERNATE ROUTE: FS Road 6S01-Grizzly Road thru to FS Road 4S81 (Minarets Road).

NORRIS CREEK BRIDGE was destroyed by the Creek Fire. We will post an update when we have more information.  

JUNE 24, 2021 - FIRE RESTRICTIONS in the Sierra National Forest - Click HERE for details.

The Sierra Vista Scenic Byway is a nearly 100-mile journey through the Sierra National Forest with breathtaking panoramas, unique rock formations, and even a charming general store with mouthwatering hamburgers and amazing pie. Starting at a little over 3300 feet above sea level, the byway makes its way past historic cabins, stands of giant sequoias, and iconic landmarks as it climbs to over 7300 feet.

Don't miss highlights such as the Nelder Grove of Giant Sequoia (area currently closed), Globe Rock, Jesse Ross Cabin, Mile High Overlook, Mammoth Pool, Eagle Beaks, and Jones Store.