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Serene Views at Pyramid Lake 🌊🌲 by darrin107

Nestled in the heart of California, just off I-5 near Gorman, Pyramid Lake offers a perfect escape to recharge and soak in nature’s beauty. Whether you’re here for the sparkling waters, towering mountains, or peaceful vibes, this hidden gem never disappoints. Have you been here yet?

Rainbow Bridge on Donner Summit by shanepiccinini

During the 1920s, when the automobile started to become the primary method of transportation in America, the Donner Pass had an 18% incline in some areas, much too steep for cars. The state of California worked on building a new road over the famous Donner Pass in 1923 but was unsure how to best deal with the grade. Eventually, they decided on a concrete bridge that had both a curve and a gradual grade (the first of its kind to have both). The bridge was finished in 1926 at a full 241 feet long, materials for the bridge were taken from down near Donner Lake.

The bridge was fully restored in 1993 - adding a parking area and vista overlook.

Rainbow Bridge on Donner Summit by shanepiccinini

During the 1920s, when the automobile started to become the primary method of transportation in America, the Donner Pass had an 18% incline in some areas, much too steep for cars. The state of California worked on building a new road over the famous Donner Pass in 1923 but was unsure how to best deal with the grade. Eventually, they decided on a concrete bridge that had both a curve and a gradual grade (the first of its kind to have both). The bridge was finished in 1926 at a full 241 feet long, materials for the bridge were taken from down near Donner Lake.

The bridge was fully restored in 1993 - adding a parking area and vista overlook.

Historic Donner Summit by shanepiccinini

Rainbow Bridge on Donner Summit by shanepiccinini

During the 1920s, when the automobile started to become the primary method of transportation in America, the Donner Pass had an 18% incline in some areas, much too steep for cars. The state of California worked on building a new road over the famous Donner Pass in 1923 but was unsure how to best deal with the grade. Eventually, they decided on a concrete bridge that had both a curve and a gradual grade (the first of its kind to have both). The bridge was finished in 1926 at a full 241 feet long, materials for the bridge were taken from down near Donner Lake.

The bridge was fully restored in 1993 - adding a parking area and vista overlook.