Hiking
Hidden Falls Regional Park Guide: Trails, Waterfall, Parking, and What to Know Before You Go
If you want a Northern California park that feels both easy to reach and surprisingly wild, Hidden Falls Regional Park is one of the best choices in Placer County. Set in the Auburn foothills, this 1,200-acre park combines rolling oak woodland, creek crossings, broad valley views, and a waterfall that gives the whole place its …...
Rockbound Trail Near Wrights Lake: Guide to the Trailhead, Hikes, Fees, Permits, and What to Expect
Rockbound Trail is one of the more challenging Desolation Wilderness routes in the Crystal Basin as it gives hikers direct access to some of the deeper, more rugged scenery and destinations. Located near Wrights Lake, the trail begins at Rockbound Trailhead which offers basic amenities. While there is a quick trail option to Beauty...
Twin Lakes Trail Near Wrights Lake: Complete Hiking Guide, Fees, Permits, and What to Expect
Twin Lakes Trail is one of the most popular trailheads in the entire Crystal Basin. Located near Wrights Lake, this trail gives hikers a straightforward path to reaching alpine lakes, granite landscapes, and Desolation Wilderness without starting from one of the busier Tahoe access points. Starting at the Twin Lakes Trailhead, this trail...
Cascade Falls in Lake Tahoe: What to Know Before You Go
If you are looking for one of the best short hikes in Lake Tahoe, Cascade Falls Trail belongs near the top of the list. In fact, this hike rivals Eagle Falls Trail as a short distance trek to a fantastic payoff. Cascade Falls Trail feels accessible enough for casual visitors but scenic enough to …...
Bayview Trailhead in Lake Tahoe: Parking, Permits, and What to Know Before You Go
Bayview Trailhead is one of those Tahoe access points that does a lot of work. For many visitors, it is simply where the Cascade Falls hike begins. But Bayview is more than that. It is also a practical jumping-off point for day hikes, Desolation Wilderness access, and some of the best high-scenery terrain near Emerald Bay. If …...
Maggie’s Peaks Hike in Lake Tahoe: What to Know Before You Go
If there is one hike near Emerald Bay that makes you feel like you earned the view, it is Maggie’s Peaks. This is not the quick, easy payoff of Cascade Falls, which begins at the same starting point – Bayview Trailhead. It is a steeper climb that pulls you up through granite terrain to one …...
Eagle Falls Trail to Eagle Lake and Beyond: Hiking Guide Near Emerald Bay
Eagle Falls Trail is one of the most popular hikes in the Lake Tahoe area, but it is also one of the most misunderstood. Many visitors know it as the trail to Eagle Lake, and that short alpine hike is easily the route’s biggest draw. But the trailhead is more than just the start of …...
Vikingsholm: History, Tours, and How to Visit Lake Tahoe’s Castle in Emerald Bay
Few places at Lake Tahoe combine history and scenery as dramatically as Vikingsholm. Sitting at the head of Emerald Bay, this remarkable stone-and-timber mansion is one of the basin’s most iconic landmarks and one of the finest examples of Scandinavian-inspired architecture in the western hemisphere. The setting alone is unforgettable,...
Glen Alpine Trail: Guide to Hiking, Waterfalls and Wilderness Adventure
If you are looking for a South Lake Tahoe hike that gives you a little bit of everything, you would be hard-pressed to find an option better than the Glen Alpine Trail. This trail starts opposite of Fallen Leaf Lake near Lily Lake, quickly delivers waterfalls and serene creek scenery, passes through the historic Glen …...
Stateline Lookout Trail: Easy Hike to a Historic North Lake Tahoe Viewpoint
Stateline Lookout Trail is one of the easiest scenic hikes in North Lake Tahoe. Starting near Crystal Bay on the Nevada side and climbing to the site of a former California fire lookout, this short uphill walk delivers wide-open lake views, interpretive stops, and a surprisingly big payoff for such a brief trail. For visitors …...