Luther Pass (el. 7,740 ft. / 2,359 m) is a mountain pass in California in the Sierra Nevada, between the Carson River basin to the southeast and Lake Tahoe to the northwest. It is traversed by State Route 89 [1] and lies on the boundary between Alpine County (in the Carson River basin) and El Dorado County (in the Tahoe area). [2]

It’s called California State Route 89 (also known as Luther Pass Road). The drive over Luther Pass offers beautiful views of forested landscapes, meadows, and the surrounding mountains. In the fall, the area is particularly scenic with colorful foliage.

3 days ago · According to the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office, deputies received reports after 4 p.m. Monday of a backcountry skier around Powderhouse Peak near Luther Pass, about 16 miles south of Lake Tahoe.

Open May 25 through Nov 15. Luther Pass (el. 7,740 ft. / 2,359 m) is a mountain pass in California in the Sierra Nevada, between the Carson River basin to the southeast and Lake Tahoe to the northwest.

A South Lake Tahoe backcountry skier died in an avalanche Monday on Luther Pass, the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office said. A call to dispatch just after 4 p.m. reported a missing backcountry ...

Luther Pass on CA 89 offers some excellent motorcycle riding in the Central Sierra Nevada range along with beautiful scenery. Being close to the crowds of Lake Tahoe locals and visitors means that you may find slow-moving traffic at times.

2 days ago · The skier, identified as 46-year-old Frederic Dross of South Lake Tahoe, went missing around Powderhouse Peak, a popular backcountry skiing area near Luther Pass off Highway 89 between Meyers and ...

Feb 11, 2025 · Grass Lake (on Luther Pass) is flat, making it a perfect location for beginner cross-country skiers. And, Luther Pass is located at a higher elevation than other places around South Lake Tahoe so it accumulates snow earlier and holds it longer during the winter.

Luther Pass Campground is a primitive, backcountry campground located on Highway 89 approximately 16 miles south of the City of South Lake Tahoe. This campground is free and has a seven-day stay limit with 11 campsites that can be used on a first-come, first served basis with no reservations and limited amenities including vault restrooms and a ...

2 days ago · El Dorado County Central Dispatch received a call of an overdue backcountry skier around Powderhouse Peak near Luther Pass shortly after 4 p.m. on Feb. 17. The skier's vehicle was located at a ...