Shirley Lake Trail

Shirley Lake Trail is suitable for hikers about age 12 and older. The hike begins at the end of Squaw Peak Road and leads up Shirley Canyon to Shirley Lake. The 4.5 miles round trip hike requires the hiker to be committed to the adventure, which takes on average 2-3 hours or longer, depending on […]

Mt. Rose

Not for the faint of heart, Mt. Rose is one of the tallest peaks in the Lake Tahoe area and offers several challenging day hike options with trailheads ranging from Relay Ridge all the way down to Galena and Reno. Hikers gain as much as 2100 feet in elevation along the journey, with trails ranging […]

Five Lakes

Nestled in the foothills of the Granite Chief Wilderness peaks just north of Lake Tahoe, the Five Lakes promise dramatic yet tranquil surroundings, a place to relax fish or swim. Best visited after the snow has retreated in the summer, the Five Lakes Trail is one of the easiest and most accessible hikes in the […]

Ellis Peak Trail

Ellis Peak Trail is a 5 mile out and back trail located near Homewood, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking & mountain biking and is accessible from June until October. The peak provides fantastic views of the Desolation Wilderness, Lake Tahoe, and the […]

East Shore Trail

Dubbed as “America’s Most Beautiful Bikeway”, the long awaited Tahoe East Shore Trail is a 3-mile paved trail system connects Incline Village south to Sand Harbor State Park. The 10-foot wide paved path meets the American Disability Act standards to make certain that everyone can participate whether walking, rolling, running, or riding.  Pedal-assist e-bikes are welcome, but […]