Hiking the Trails of Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe camping offers some of the most memorable trails and camp spots in the whole world. The fabulous and powerful mountains of the High Sierras surround one of the most beautiful lakes in the world, drawing campers, hikers and bikers from all over the globe to experience this jewel of a vacation spot. Let’s take a brief look at the hiking and camping in the region:
The Lake Tahoe Rim Trails, north and south, both allow views of Lake Tahoe and Carson Valley. These hikes are both moderate in difficulty, at an elevation of about 8,500 feet.
Marlette Lake is a fish hatchery at an elevation of about 8,000 feet. Hiking up the Spooner Lake Trailhead in the Nevada State Park will take you through lovely, aspen-filled North Canyon to Marlette Lake Dam. This hike is also of moderate difficulty.
The State Lookout hike is an easy one, at an elevation of about 7,000 feet and only a mile roundtrip. The Lookout affords superior lake views through free telescopes and you can take the nature trail which details the history of Lake Tahoe’s famous North Shore. Turn north on Reservoir Drive off off Highway 28.
Another short and easy hike, on Lake Tahoe’s south shore, is the Moraine Trail. Its elevation is about 6,000 feet and the hike is 2 miles roundtrip and fairly flat. It winds through the forest and along the Fallen Leaf Lakeshore and then on into Fallen Leaf Campground. Find it about three miles north of Highway 89 from South Lake Tahoe to Fallen Leaf Road.
This is just a smattering of trail descriptions for you to see some of Lake Tahoe’s wonderful trails. Don’t forget to research the weather and your permits… and that campfires are not allowed.
Happy hiking!
November 30th, 2008 at 10:48 am
What are good some hiking trails in South Lake Tahoe?
I am going to Tahoe this weekend and would like to find some good day hikes.
November 30th, 2008 at 3:50 pm
hi there,here"s something for you to browse through.
Tahoe Keys Resort
599 Tahoe Keys Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 – (530) 544-5397
"… Lake Tahoe Vacation Guide Over 50 Hiking Trails Around Lake Tahoe Including Tahoe Rim Trail Where To Play And Where To Stay At Lake Tahoe Accommodations and …" tahoevacationguide.com
South Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce
3066 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 – (530) 541-5255
"… Carson Valley • Minden • Gardnerville • Genoa • Reno/Sparks • Virginia City. Area Maps including How to get to Tahoe? • Around the Lake • Hiking / Biking Trails …" tahoeinfo.com
Koa Kampground-S Lake Tahoe
760 US Highway 50, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 – (530) 577-3693
"… South Lake Tahoe KOA – Activities – Hiking Trails …" laketahoekoa.com
Leave No Trace Outfitters
2124 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 – (530) 544-4726
"… Proper preparation and good planning will reduce the impact on the environment and the sensitive ecosystems. Hiking Stay on the trails and walk in a single file …" leavenotrace.com
Tahoe Pines Campground
860 US Highway 50, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 – (530) 577-1653
"… Tahoe Pines Campground – Activities – Hiking Trails …" tahoepinescampground.com
Marriott's Timber Lodge at Lake Tahoe
4100 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 – (530) 542-6600
"… During summertime, there are some great walking/hiking trails at the top of the gondola ride. We chose an "easy"trail, however found it to be rather challenging …" tripadvisor.com
Lake Tahoe Vacation Resort
901 Ski Run Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 – (530) 541-6122
"… Bike Trails; Boating/Sailing; Bowling Alley; Canoeing/Rowing; Casino; Cycling/Bike Rental; Fishing; Fitness Center; Golf; Helicopter / Plane
sunterraresorts.com
Cedar Lodge
4069 Cedar Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 – (530) 541-5004
"… The price was right so we stayed here and spent most of the days and nights expoloring all Tahoe had to offer. Convient location to get to hiking trails and …" travelocity.com
Tahoe Sports Ltd.
1032 Emerald Bay Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 – (530) 544-2284
"… Break a sweat Heavenly Mountain maintains eight miles of marked hiking trails at the top of the gondola. You'll find hundreds more miles of trails in the Lake …" findarticles.com
Tahoe Sports Ltd
4000 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 – (530) 542-4000
"… Break a sweat Heavenly Mountain maintains eight miles of marked hiking trails at the top of the gondola. You'll find hundreds more miles of trails in the Lake …" findarticles.com
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