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to Royal Gorge

Your adventure in the Sierra starts here.

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Your Journey Starts Here

Your day on the trails begins with a journey into the Sierra. Located at the top of Donner Summit in Soda Springs, Royal Gorge is accessible from Interstate 80 or by a scenic drive along historic Highway 40.

Choose your route below, check current conditions and make your way toward more room to roam.

Your Destination
Royal Gorge Cross Country
9411 Pahatsi Road
Soda Springs, CA 95728

Driving Directions

From Sacramento and the Bay Area

Take Interstate 80 east to Exit 174 for Soda Springs. Turn right onto Donner Pass Road/Highway 40, right onto Soda Springs Rd. and right onto Pahatsi Rd.


From Truckee and North Lake Tahoe

Take Interstate 80 west to Exit 174 for Soda Springs. Turn right onto Donner Pass Road, right onto Soda Springs Rd. and right onto Pahatsi R.


From Reno

Take Interstate 80 west to Exit 174 for Soda Springs. Turn right onto Donner Pass Road, right onto Soda Springs Rd. and right onto Pahatsi R.


Scenic Route from Truckee/Reno

Follow Donner Pass Road past Donner Lake and continue over Donner Summit on historic Highway 40. After passing Sugar Bowl, turn left onto Soda Springs Rd. and right onto Pahatsi Rd.

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