The following are our recommended day hikes in the area. Depending on how long you are staying and how far you are willing to drive, there are so many more. Reach out to Sia (siagerard@gmail.com) for more specific recommendations.

1. Check out the Tahoe Rim Trail Day Hikes website: https://tahoerimtrail.org/day-hiking/

-Picnic Rock Vista Hike : 3 miles round trip (Sia's fav Tahoe view trail)

-Ophir Creek Loop Hike: 1.5-4.5 miles out and back

2. Shirley Canyon

A challenging and popular 4-5.8 mile trail which takes you into the mountains from the base of Palisades Tahoe up to a small alpine lake. With the option to go to the top of the palisades tram (and then take that back down). https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/shirley-canyon-cascades-trail

3. Five Lakes Trail (This is where I got Karsten and I lost)

A moderately challenging five-mile out-and-back trail near Olympic Valley, from the base of Alpine Meadows at Palisades. Fishing and swimming are also popular activities at the Lakes. Keep heading west or south to meet up with the Pacific Crest Trail. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/five-lakes-creek-trail

4. Eagle Rock Trail

Discover this 0.7-mile out-and-back trail near Homewood, California. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 26 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing, so you’ll likely encounter other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

https://visitlaketahoe.com/things-to-do/hikes/eagle-rock-trail/

5. Ellis Peak Trail

This steep and rocky 3 mile trail is that perfect out and back for those seeking a good workout and great views of the west shore.

https://www.gotahoenorth.com/listing/ellis-peak-trail/

6. Sugar Pine Point State Park

Hiking trails of all difficulty, beaches, and the location of the new Emerald Bay shuttle!

https://www.gotahoenorth.com/listing/ed-zberg-sugar-pine-point-state-park/

7. Flume Trail (World Famous Mountain Biking)

Sandy Trail in North Lake Tahoe out of Incline Village. Popular for its views and for mountain biking. Visited by travelers from all over the world, the Lake Tahoe Flume Trail is carved into steep rock overlooking the lake. The historic trail dates back to the 1800s when water in wooden square-box flumes was delivered to Virginia City. The moderately challenging 14 mile one-way ride or hike includes 1000 ft elevation gain.

https://travelnevada.com/cycling-biking/lake-tahoe-flume-trail/

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