Sierra Nevada Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
mountain range in the Western United States
About Sierra Nevada
The Sierra Nevada Mountains are located in eastern California. They stretch from the north of the state to the south, the southern ending being nearLos Angeles. The southern parts of the Sierra Range include the highest mountains, such as Mount Whitney and Yosemite National Park. In the north, the mountains are generally not so high but the scenery is still known for being dramatic. However, the northern parts of the Sierras, which are heading towards theCascades, have a few high volcanic peaks, like Mount Shasta and Mount Lassen. The Sierras — especially the foothills — became populated by white settlers around 1850 due to the gold rush. This is when California became a state. Altitude in the Sierra Mountains results in the climate being not as hot as it would be at sea level. Snow can co
Sierra Nevada Travel Guide Sections
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