CA RxR 3.04: Route 4: The Sierras

In this episode, we complete our exploration of Route 4, covering the segments from Stockton and Route 99 through Angels Camp, and then on over the Sierras to Route 89 near Markleville. This includes segments that go through Gold Country, as well as the Ebbetts Pass segment that includes some very steep grades. Along the way, we look at the history of the route in these areas, projects along the way, and naming of the route. As always, we conclude with a discussion of this segment of the route after the credits. Next up: The first of six episodes (some with two parts, making it really eight episodes) covering Interstate 5. Episode 3.05 looks at the former US 101 portion from the Mexico border to downtown Los Angeles.

Here’s the link to the show:

And here’s the link on Spotify for Creators (Spotify changed names yet again):

Here are some relevant links (I may edit this to add more links in later):

• California Highways:
  • Route 4
  • Route 49
  • Route 88
  • Route 89
  • Route 207
  • US 395
  • LRN 23
  • LRN 24
  • LRN 75
• Gribblenation:
  • Trans-Sierra Highways; California State Route 4 over Pacific Grade Summit and Ebbetts Pass
• Other Road Scholars:
  • AARoads: California 4
• Other links:
  • SR4 – Wagon Trail Realignment Project
  • State Route 4 Wagon Trail Realignment Project – Caltrans
  • Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway

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