Lake Tahoe - Eagle Falls Trailhead - Hiking trail near South Lake Tahoe, California, United States - Description
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| Name | Lake Tahoe - Eagle Falls Trailhead |
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| Summary | Leading into the heart of Desolation Wilderness, this steep trail offers majestic views of the Sierra high country |
| Type | Day Hike - Out and Back |
| Distance (Total) | 10.0 miles / 16.1 km |
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| Hiking Season | - All Year Long |
| Things To See | - Lake Views - Mountain Views |
| Difficulty | Strenuous |
| Rating | Trail has not been rated. |
| Nearby Town | South Lake Tahoe, California, United States |
| Link | http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/ltbmu/recreation/wilderness/desowild/trails/east/eagle-falls-trail.shtml |
| Permit Required | Wilderness Permit |
| Trail Map |
Leading into the heart of Desolation Wilderness, this steep trail offers majestic views of the Sierra high country. Just a 20 minute walk, Eagle Lake is a popular short hike. A longer hike will lead you to the three Velmas, Dicks, and Fontanillis Lakes.
A wilderness permit is required. Day hikers, pick up your permit at the self serve area at the trailhead. Overnight hikers will need an overnight permit for Desolation Wilderness. This permit must be purchased before you get to the Eagle Falls Trailhead.
Take Highway 89 north approximately 8 miles from South Lake Tahoe to Eagle Falls Picnic Area on the left. There is a parking fee at this trailhead. Please be aware this is a very popular and congested area. We strongly encourage all visitors, especially those planning overnight camping trips, to take mass transit to this trailhead.
| Latitude | 38.9519333812 degrees / 38° 57.116' / 38° 57' 6.96" |
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| Longitude | -120.1121306419 degrees / -120° 6.728' / -120° 6' 43.67" |
| Created by Nick on 11/08/2007 |
| Last edited by Nick on 11/08/2007 |
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