Bliss State Park to Eagle Point on Emerald Bay, the Rubicon Trail offers spectacular views of the cobalt blue lake the distant mountains and the shallow, aquamarine-colored bays. Running alongside and above the shore of Lake Tahoe from D.L. Rubicon Trail Rubicon Trail | Photo Copyright: Lana Law See also: Where to Stay in South Lake Tahoeġ. For hikers looking to reach new heights, challenging summit trails offer jaw-dropping panoramic views.įor a little peace and quiet, away from the large crowds, the Desolation Wilderness, just inland from Lake Tahoe, offers a mix of trails that take hikers into the rugged backcountry.įind the right trail for you with our list of the best hikes at Lake Tahoe.

Hikes running along the lake offer beautiful scenery, with little elevation gain and level terrain. Many of the best hikes are found on the southwest shore, near the city of South Lake Tahoe. In the spring, the snowcapped peaks stand out sharply on the horizon in the summer, the wildflowers light up the trails and in the fall, the leaves glow a brilliant yellow, contrasting with the deep green of the pines. Views over the shimmering lake below on a sunny day are astounding. On the shores and mountains that ring the sparkling blue waters and turquoise bays of Lake Tahoe, hiking trails lead to peaks, waterfalls, inland lakes, meadows, and lookouts.

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