Explore nearly 100 miles of high country roads through the Sierra National Forest with breathtaking panoramas, amazing vistas, unique rock formations and even a charming general store with mouthwatering hamburgers and freshly baked pie.
We would like to thank everyone who reached out to check status or talk about their favorite places along the byway during the Creek Fire. While we are still saddened about some much devastation, we are also in awe of the new beautiful vistas and scenic spots that have appeared since the fire.
CURRENT ALERTS:
Parts of the SIERRA VISTA SCENIC BYWAY remain closed due to impact from past fire and storm events. Please click HERE for current information from the Sierra National Forest.
A hard closure is now in effect for NELDER GROVE so that hazard tree removal work can continue. Work is currently planned to continue through 2025. Check for Sierra National Forest updates HERE. See Restoration Article HERE.
NORRIS CREEK BRIDGE was destroyed by the Creek Fire. Scheduled for Summer/Fall 2023 construction - Click HERE for information.
FIRE RESTRICTIONS in the Sierra National Forest (if any) - Click HERE for their Alerts Page.
We’ve put together an information sheet and timeline on the Creek Fire Burn Scar from the September 4, 2020 - click HERE.
Enjoy this 30 minutes video from the PBS 2021 Series - “Outside Beyond the Lens” that takes you along the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway and shows you the beauty after fire.
Watch the video below for an interesting account of fire debates focusing on the 2020 Creek Fire which devastated some areas along the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway.
Listed as a “Hidden Gem” by Visit California. Enjoy this inspiring video along the Byway created in 2018.
Must See Sights
From unique rock formations, flowering meadows, lush forests to a quaint country store, the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway offers a wide variety of spectacular must see sights.
Maps & Directions
Advice on where to start the byway, maps and directions to make your trip as enjoyable as possible.
Join & Donate
Have you fallen in love with the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway like we have? You can get involved with byway projects. Donate or join the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway Association.
“Truly scenic area away from civilization”
