Notable viewpoint · Amador, California

Carson Spur

Carson Spur is a viewpoint in Amador, California.

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Carson Spur: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this viewpoint: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Carson Spur

Season: October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Carson Spur — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 38.70289, -120.10074. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit Carson Spur?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Carson Spur?

    Nearby: Silver Lake (lake, 7 km), Round Top (viewpoint, 12 km), Red Lake Peak (lake, 12 km), Stevens Peak (viewpoint, 13 km), Lovers Leap (viewpoint, 14 km), Deadwood Peak (viewpoint, 16 km).

    Is Carson Spur worth visiting?

    Carson Spur is listed as a notable viewpoint in California on Spotwander.