Barker Pass Area

4WD & motorcycles.

There is a parking area adjacent to Barker Pass with somewhat small, run-around area stretching east to Ellis Peak or south to Rubicon 4WD Trail and Richardson Lake. The routes are mostly numerous logging roads -- several are gated closed.

Both Ellis Peak and Richardson Lake trails are 4WD and moderately challenging.

The Rubicon OHV Route lies on the southern limit to this area. It is extremely challenging and is the premier trail for the annual 4WD event from the Loon Lake area. Most users of the Rubicon access it from the west via Loon Lake and Wentworth Springs. The route ends on the east near Tahoma.

See East Slope Map south of Granite Chief Wilderness.

To Barker Pass Area

Drive south from Tahoe City following Highway 89 for 4.2 miles around the west side of Lake Tahoe. Near the Kaspian Camping Area, turn right (west) up the Blackwood Canyon Road (FS#3). Follow it for 7.1 miles to Barker Pass where the pavement ends.