"Caltrans will reopen Sonora Pass (State Route 108) for the season today, Thursday, April 30, at 2:00 p.m., marking one of the earliest openings in the mountain highway's modern history."
"Despite the relatively low-snowfall winter for California, the early access is a massive win for California's outdoor community."
"Sonora Pass is home to some of the most spectacular spring backcountry skiing in the state, and this year's timeline provides an extended window for skiers, hikers, and anglers to access the Eastern Sierra's high-elevation terrain."
"With the gates swinging open today, the summer travel season in the Sierra has officially arrived ahead of the curve."
Caltrans reopened Sonora Pass on April 30 at 2:00 p.m., one of the earliest openings in its modern history. The pass, which reaches 9,624 feet, usually opens in mid-May or on Memorial Day weekend. Warm spring weather and good road conditions allowed for early snow removal starting March 23. Despite a mid-April storm, the April 30 opening is significant, only surpassed by the April 8 opening in 1977. This early access benefits outdoor enthusiasts, providing extended opportunities for skiing, hiking, and fishing in the Eastern Sierra.
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