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Best trails in Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
Looking for a great trail in Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, California? AllTrails has 94 great hiking trails, running trails, mountain biking trails and more, with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers, and nature lovers like you. Ready for some activity? There are 57 moderate trails in Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit ranging from 1.4 to 32.5 miles and from 6,233 to 9,527 feet above sea level. Start checking them out and you'll be out on the trail in no time!
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Top trails (94)
Cascade Falls Trail
#1 - Cascade Falls Trail
Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unitmoderate
(718)
(718)Length: 1.4 mi • Est. 44 m
NOTE: This trail may be closed for the season during winter months.
This is a great short, moderate/easy hike to a beautiful waterfall within Emerald Lake State Park on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe. Show more
Granite Lake & Maggie's Peaks
#2 - Granite Lake & Maggie's Peaks
Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unitmoderate(572)
(572)Length: 3.6 mi • Est. 2 h 38 m
Please note: trailhead may close seasonally.
Maggies Peaks overlook the rapturous blue waters of Emerald Bay, Lake Tahoe, Granite Lake and Desolation Wilderness.
Maggies Peaks are gateway pillars toShow more
Tamarack Lake
#3 - Tamarack Lake
Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unitmoderate(185)
(185)Length: 7.4 mi • Est. 3 h 35 m
Delightful secluded lake on Tahoe Rim Trail. Trail is short, but the climb is rocky. There is often a water taxi available at Echo Lake for some of the journey back. Please note that the water taxi doShow more
Granite Lake, Dick's Lake, Velma Lake, and Eagle Lake Loop
#4 - Granite Lake, Dick's Lake, Velma Lake, and Eagle Lake Loop
Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unitmoderate(130)
(130)Length: 11.7 mi • Est. 6 h 33 m
A trek through Lake Tahoe's Desolation Wilderness past several lakes including Granite Lake, Dick's Lake, Velma Lake, Fontanillis Lake, and Eagle Lake.
This hike provides a great tour of some of the Show more
Glen Alpine Trail
#5 - Glen Alpine Trail
Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unitmoderate(174)
(174)Length: 6.8 mi • Est. 3 h 39 m
Glen Alpine Trail is a 6.8 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near South Lake Tahoe, California that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking anShow more
Angora Lakes Trail
#6 - Angora Lakes Trail
Lake Tahoe Basin Management Uniteasy(173)
(173)Length: 1.2 mi • Est. 38 m
Although you can drive into the lake itself, this small out-and-back hike will give you more reason to relax in the cool water of Angora Lake once you arrive.
$8 parking feeShow more
Floating Island & Cathedral Lakes Trail
#7 - Floating Island & Cathedral Lakes Trail
Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unitmoderate(177)
(177)Length: 4.7 mi • Est. 2 h 42 m
Floating Island & Cathedral Lakes Trail is a 4.7 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near South Lake Tahoe, California that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarShow more
Big Meadow to Round Lake
#8 - Big Meadow to Round Lake
Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unitmoderate(230)
(230)Length: 6 mi • Est. 3 h 13 m
Big Meadow to Round Lake is a 6 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near South Lake Tahoe, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a nShow more
Big Meadow to Dardanelles Lake via Tahoe Rim Trail
#9 - Big Meadow to Dardanelles Lake via Tahoe Rim Trail
Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unitmoderate(214)
(214)Length: 7.3 mi • Est. 3 h 51 m
Big Meadow to Dardanelles Lake via Tahoe Rim Trail is a 7.3 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near South Lake Tahoe, California that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The traiShow more
Eagle Rock Trail
#10 - Eagle Rock Trail
Lake Tahoe Basin Management Uniteasy(270)
(270)Length: 0.7 mi • Est. 27 m
Eagle Rock Trail is a 0.7 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Homewood, California that offers the chance to see wildlife and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily uShow more
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