Overview

California Highway 108 will take you on an unforgettable journey through the Sierras, with breathtaking panoramic views on all sides. It’s a scenic drive not to be missed when coming to visit Yosemite National Park.

Driving Directions

To get to Highway 108 California from Yosemite, take Highway 120 from the park, via Big Oak Flat Road, and follow this to California Highway 49. You will come to Highway 108 and you turn right towards Sonora, California.

Highway 108 from Sonora to Bridgeport is the route you want in order to experience incredible scenery and see the many attractions to visit along the way.

Time/Distance

Highway 108, CA from Sonora to Bridgeport is a 98.9-mile drive and takes approximately one hour and 57 minutes.

Highlights

This section of Hwy 108 offers sights you won’t want to miss on your Sierra Nevada adventure.

• Angels Camp, CA
  This town is a California Historical Landmark. Mark Twain’s story about “The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County” inspired an event here each May, the Jumping Frog Jubilee.
• Columns of Giants
  Be sure to stop 24 miles east of Pinecrest, California to take a short hike to the fascinating Columns of Giants in Stanislaus National Forest.
• Sonora Pass
  The views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and Sonora Peak make it vital you stop at this pass. You can stretch a bit, have a picnic in the picnic area and enjoy the scenery. The road is usually closed from November to late May due to snow.
• Pacific Crest Trail
  This famous trail crosses Highway 108 at the Sonora Pass. You don’t have to hike the full 2,650 miles of trail, but can go as far as you wish, and then return to your car.
• Bridgeport
  Many come to this small mountain town to take advantage of the Travertine Hot Springs, east of town. There’s also great fishing in nearby lakes and streams.