Everything from short scenic walks to extended backpacking.
A few of the trails available:
- Mount Rose Trail moderate
10.6-mi loop, reaching the 2nd tallest peak at Lake Tahoe. Dogs ok. - Mount Tallac Trail difficult
10.2 mi out and back. Among the best Lake Tahoe hiking trails for views. - Van Sickle to Rim Trail moderate
3.6 mi out and back, easy for the first 10 minutes. Small waterfall. - Floating Island Trail moderate
4.7 mi out and back that is good for kids and trail running. - Tahoe Meadows Trail all levels
11.2 miles of interpretive loops. Scenic with seasonal wildflowers. - Star Lake Trail moderate
6.6 mi out and back from High Meadows. Lake elev. 9009 ft. - Fallen Leaf Lake Trail moderate
8.1 mi loop by a small lake. Year-round and dog-friendly. - Tahoe Rim Trail difficult
Around Lake Tahoe (172.5 mi). Multiple trailheads for out and back. - Ellis Peak Trail moderate
6.3 mi out and back. Best July through October. Fabulous views. - Angora Lakes Trail moderate
Lightly trafficked, 6.9 mi out and back near a small lake. No dogs. - Lake of the Sky Trail all levels
1.9-mi loop walking trail including Lake Tahoe shoreline. No dogs. - Ale Trail various levels
North and West Lake Tahoe trails with last stops for a cold one.
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Courtesy T. Turner – Rocky trails