These are a couple of my favorite hikes. Wear good sturdy walking shoes and bring water, sunscreen and your camera! Always fill out a Day Use Permit before going into the Wilderness. Dogs are allowed on a leash. More infomation at the Visitor Center on Hwy 89 N.
Angora Lakes Trail
Description:
This is an easy trail to walk, but a rough road getting there. The road is steep & not suitable for large vehicles, but it makes for a great walk, even if you're not going to Angora Lakes. Angora Trail (1/2 mile) leads to 2 lakes surrounded by cliffs, great for swimming & exploring. To get there: (8 miles) Turn right on Hwy 50, go straight through 2nd light., turn left on Fallen Leaf Lake Road, turn left at the first paved road, & turn right on the first dirt road.
Cascade Lake & Falls
Description:
The trail is a gradual climb with fantastic views of Cascade Lake & Lake Tahoe, and leads to the waterfall. Remember your camera!
To get there: (12 miles) Turn right on Hwy 50, go straight through 2nd light, and park at "Bay View Camp" across from Emerald Bay.
Eagle Falls
Description:
This is just above Emerald Bay, only a 20 minute walk, and a great spot to be inspired by God’s beauty! The hardest part about getting there is finding a place to park the car. To get there: (12 miles) Turn right on Hwy 50, go straight through 2nd light, & just past the center of Emerald Bay where you see the Fannette Island, look on the left for Eagle Falls Picnic Area. Additional parking is available another 1/8th mile up the road on the right.
Echo Lake
Description:
This hike is a beauty - you can either walk to the top of the summit & overlook Lake Tahoe or walk along Echo Lake for several miles.
To get there: (3 miles) Turn left on Hwy 50, turn right after Lil Norway on Johnson Pass Rd, go 1/2 mile, take first left & follow road to parking area.
Description:
Built in 1929 entirely of hand hewn wood & stone, Vikingsholm Castle consists of 39 lavishly furnished rooms, and tours are available through the summer season. Vikingsholm is one of the finest examples of Scandinavian architecture in the United states. Also built was a single room Tea House on the summit of Fannette Island. To get there from the campground: (12 miles) Parking available just north of Emerald Bay. The one mile trail is quite steep, but the views of Emerald Bay are extraordinary, and there are benches to sit and enjoy the view on the way.
Remember, the path down is always easier than the path back up!
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