Truckee, California
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Truckee
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Glenbrook, Nevada
Catch a Sunset at Cave Rock
4.70.8 mi / 127 ft gainThis short hike is just off of highway 50 and provides one of the best views of Lake Tahoe. From South Lake Tahoe, head north on Highway 50 past Zephyr cove until you see Cave Rock Drive. Take this road until it dead ends and park in the small gravel lot. After following the trail out of the park...Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Huffaker Park Lookout Trail
4.01.88 mi / 308 ft gainHuffaker Park Lookout Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Reno, Nevada.Read more -
South Lake Tahoe, California
D.L. Bliss State Park to Emerald Bay State Park via Rubicon Trail
7.21 mi / 1424 ft gainD.L. Bliss State Park to Emerald Bay State Park via Rubicon Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Tahoma, California.Read more -
Reno, Nevada
May Arboretum and Herman Pond Trail
5.01.07 mi / 89 ft gainMay Arboretum and Herman Pond Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Reno, Nevada.Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Miners Trail to The "N"
3.51.89 mi / 371 ft gainMiners Trail to The "N" is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Reno, Nevada.Read more -
Carson City, Nevada
Goni Canyon Preservation League Walking Trail
3.01 mi / 95 ft gainGoni Canyon Preservation League Walking Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Carson City, Nevada.Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Rattle Snake Mountain
4.01.49 mi / 371 ft gainRattle Snake Mountain is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Reno, Nevada.Read more -
Nevada City, California
Bowman Road and Meadow Lake Road to Henness Pass
3.035.45 mi / 4895 ft gainBowman Road and Meadow Lake Road to Henness Pass is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a lake located near Alta, California.Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Damonte Ranch Wetland Loop
5.03.07 mi / 85 ft gainDamonte Ranch Wetland Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Sparks, Nevada.Read more -
Nevada City, California
Emerald Pools
4.00.68 mi / 49 ft gainEmerald Pools is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Emigrant Gap, California.Read more -
Glenbrook, Nevada
Camp at Zephyr Cove
Zephyr Cove on the eastern shore of Lake Tahoe is a fantastic starting point for a host of water sports and outdoor activities, from wake surfing to backpacking to trail running on the Tahoe Rim Trail. The Zephyr Cove Resort campground has 47 walk-in campsites and 10 drive-in campsites in additio...Read more -
Nevada City, California
Backpack to Lower Rock Lake
3 mi / 713 ft gainThis adventure begins at the Lindsey Lake Campground parking lot (6,200 feet) where you leave your vehicle, takes you three miles up a trail rife with amazing photo opportunities and seasonal wildlife, and ends on the shore of Lower Rock Lake. Here you will find a dispersed camping site owned by ...Read more -
South Lake Tahoe, California
Emerald Bay
4.31.84 mi / 358 ft gainThe View at Emerald Bay is not to be missed. This is an amazing place to catch a sunrise over the lake or to see the east side of the lake lit at night. During the day, you should take the quick hike down the trail to enjoy the beach to rent a kayak and explore the dark blue water. The perspecti...Read more -
South Lake Tahoe, California
Rock Climb at Eagle Lake Cliffs
4 miTo Access Eagle Lake Cliffs Crag, head to the West Shore of South Lake Tahoe. You’ll want to park at Emerald Bay Parking Lot and head to the trail register. It’s almost always packed, so come early, or plan to park on the road and walk. Sign yourself and your party number in for the day access pa...Read more -
South Lake Tahoe, California
Rock Climb the 90ft. Wall
5.0Park at the Eagle Creek Canyon parking lot. If it's full, park alongside the Hwy 89, right at the entrance of the Eagle Creek Canyon parking pullout. Both parking areas fill up quickly, so if those two are full, park across the street at Emerald Bay Vikingsholm Trail parking lot. That area can fi...Read more -
South Lake Tahoe, California
Eagle Falls & Eagle Lake Loop
4.42.39 mi / 617 ft gainEagle Falls Trail is located off Highway 89 and is surrounded by some of the most beautiful landscapes in California. Eagle Falls is one of the most popular short hikes in Lake Tahoe because of its beautiful cascading waterfalls, lush green scenery, and trees. Alongside one of the bluest pristine...Read more