Lakes
A quick look at Dark Lake
The lake is roughly at the 7000 foot elevation mark. It seems to be more popular for fishing rather than hiking or picture taking. Directions From Sacramento, head east on Highway 50 past Placerville. Roughly 4.5 miles east of the town of Kyburz is Wrights Road. Make a left onto Wrights Road and travel 8 …...
A quick look at Boomerang Lake
This lake is smaller than Twin Lakes, but it does offers the opportunity of jumping off some 12 foot high rocks into the water. Directions From Sacramento, head east on Highway 50. Roughly 4.5 miles east of the town of Kyburz is Wrights Road. Make a left onto Wrights Road and travel 8 miles until …...
Sugar Pine Reservoir: A sweet spot for hiking and camping in the Tahoe National Forest
It’s often overlooked for other lakes in the Tahoe National Forest, but it’s every bit as beautiful. The reservoir was created when the Sugar Pine Dam was built across the Shirt Tail Creek. Sugar Pine Reservoir sits at an elevation of 3500 feet and is a place of absolute enjoyment for all who visit. Directions …...
Lake Jenkinson: Sly Park’s crown jewel and premiere hike
Sly Park holds a special place in my childhood. During my 6th grade year, my class, along wither other classes, went to Sly Park for a week. It was an adventure like any other. For most of us, this was the first time we spent a week without our parents. On a more personal note, …...
