Category: Alpine County

Public Safety Announcement Dangerous Blue-Green Al...

Posted by Charlie Pankey | Aug 12, 2019 | Alpine County, Central Sierra, Family REC, industry news, National Forest, News and Events, PCT, Scenic Route 88 - Carson Pass Highway | 0 |

2018 A YEAR IN PICTURES

Posted by Charlie Pankey | Dec 31, 2018 | Alpine County, Desolation Wilderness, Destination reviews, Lake Tahoe Archives, National Forest, National Parks, News and Events, The Carson Valley, Wilderness, Yosemite National Park | 0 |

The Death Ride Returns to the California Alps This Weekend

by Charlie Pankey | Jul 10, 2025 | Alpine County, Cycling, Scenic Routes | 0 |

For over four decades, the Death Ride has stood as the premier cycling challenge in the Sierra...

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Join the Bear Valley Trail Work Day: Give Back to the Trails You Love This Saturday

by Charlie Pankey | Jul 10, 2025 | Alpine County, Trails | 0 |

If you love hiking, biking, or exploring the beautiful trails around Bear Valley, here’s your...

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Into the Wild Heart of Alpine County: A Summer Escape Guide with Owen White

by Charlie Pankey | Jun 10, 2025 | Alpine County, Destinations, Hiking/Backpacking, Podcasts | 0 |

Podcast Feature: Sierra Rec Now – Episode with Owen White, Visit Alpine County If there’s one...

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Answering the Call: Help Rebuild Bear Valley’s Trails This Summer

by Charlie Pankey | Jun 9, 2025 | Alpine County, Hiking/Backpacking, Trails | 0 |

By Charlie Pankey | Sierra Rec Magazine There’s a saying that echoes through the backcountry this...

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Snowshoeing Luther Pass: A Bluebird Day in Sierra Powder

by Charlie Pankey | Feb 22, 2025 | Alpine County, Eldorado National Forest, Snowshoeing, South Lake Tahoe | 0 |

Weekends in the Sierra after a big snowstorm hold a special place in my heart. Winter adventures...

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Explore Thornburg Canyon: A Historic Wilderness Adventure

by Charlie Pankey | Dec 20, 2024 | Alpine County, Hiking/Backpacking, Trails | 0 |

Location: Mokelumne Wilderness, Alpine County CaliforniaTrail Length: Approximately 8...

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Wolf or Coyote in Hope Valley?

by Charlie Pankey | Oct 16, 2024 | Alpine County, News and Events, Wildlife | 0 |

Recent Reports near South Lake Tahoe of a Wolf are still to be confirmed HOPE VALLEY — Picture...

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Learning to Paddleboard: Canine Companion on Blue Lakes

by Charlie Pankey | Jul 3, 2024 | Alpine County, Paddleboarding, Recreation | 0 |

California’s Gem: Blue Lakes and Canine Companions Blue Lakes in Alpine County, California,...

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Ebbetts Pass: Almost There, Sierra Adventurers!

by Charlie Pankey | May 6, 2024 | Alpine County, Scenic Route 4 - Ebbett's Pass, Scenic Routes | 0 |

Hey Sierra adventurers, get ready to dust off your hiking boots and fire up the motorcycles!...

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Escape to the California Alps: Top 5 Boondocking Locations

by Charlie Pankey | Apr 17, 2024 | Alpine County, Camping, News and Events | 0 |

Are you looking for an off-the-grid adventure in the heart of California? Look no further than the...

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Cal-Trans to Close Scenic Ebbett’s Pass Before Approaching Storm

by Charlie Pankey | Oct 24, 2023 | Alpine County, Scenic Route 4 - Ebbett's Pass, Scenic Routes | 0 |

Temporary Closure of Highway 4 Ebbett’s Pass ALPINE COUNTY- Tuesday October 24, 2023 –...

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HEAVENLY, NORTHSTAR, AND KIRKWOOD RESORTS ANNOUNCE SUMMER 2023 OPENING AND ACTIVITIES

by Charlie Pankey | May 19, 2023 | Alpine County, Heavenly Resort, Kirkwood, Lake Tahoe, North Lake Tahoe, Northstar Resort, South Lake Tahoe | 0 |

After a historic winter season with record-breaking snowfall, Tahoe-area resorts look ahead to...

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