At the summit of Peddler Hill, along Carson Pass Highway in California, a picnic area offers stunning views over Lower Bear River Reservoir and an orientation table provides a detailed history of the area.
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The Eldorado National Forest above the overlook and on the forest roads further along Hwy 88 offer free disbursed camping with spectacular views.