I was in town in December right before Christmas, where the Tahoe area had gotten enough of a surge…read moreof snow to be able to give skiers and snowboarders a good time. My wife and I went up with 3 dogs, two small dogs which we own and a much bigger pitbull mix. I took one of our small dogs and the pitbull mix on a couple mile hike on the trailhead off leash and they had a great time. Even with the snow you could tell whomever oversees the trailhead does a good job maintaining the area. The dogs got super tired running around and of course I probably got tired before then, but the hike was not too challenging especially with my gore-tex boots. This is definitely a good dog friendly and fun and free option to get out there that is not affiliated with the main resorts.

Beautiful trail and easy for those not looking to climb…read more Not a ton of markings or signage but we found the water, followed it to the bridge, and enjoyed watching the water flow. No wildlife views but plenty of beautiful scenery.

This was my first and probably my last time doing this hike. It's really beautiful The river and…read morethe waterfall is pretty cool. If you go all the way to the top of the waterfall and then go beyond it for about a mile or so you come to a gorgeous lake. However, this is a strenuous hike. Lots and lots of rock, climbing, and at times I just felt exhausted and I wasn't even sure that I wanted to complete it. I'm glad I did, but I probably won't do it again. The only downfall other than it just being strenuous is that the hike and trail itself is not well marked.

Great hike, not very difficult unless you want to climb all the way up which isn't even necessary…read moreto enjoy the falls, but be mindful of slippery rocks especially if wet. Easy to find secluded spots for bathing. Water is cold! remember it is all melted snow runoff. This is the largest waterfall in the Tahoe area. You may view the Cascade falls near the base, or hike on up to Horsetail. Parking costs $10. unless you have a federal permit, which is available for sale, for seniors, and free for the disabled. We went in late July and the water was gushing nicely, and the weather was fine even though it rained a bit that day.

Quads burning like never before, I took off my hat as I inhaled the undeniably clean, fresh air at…read morejust under 10,000 feet. Looking down at the other mountain peaks made me realize that if I had ever used the word "breathtaking" to describe anything else before, I was surely mistaken. Just a few ways to describe the view and the feeling of accomplishment after hiking Horsetail Falls and scaling Pyramid Peak = awe-inspiring, hair-raising, heart-stopping, and overwhelmingly thrilling! Simply amazing. I just can't believe that I did it! (sigh) There are many ways to get up to Pyramid Peak and if you like, you can drive half of the way up on the backside but my favorite way is one of the hardest ways to get to the top. You have to start at the bottom and hike all the way up. You can park by Twin Bridges right off of Hwy 50 and pay a small fee for parking. You will also need a day permit unless you choose to backpack and stay overnight, in which case you'll need an overnighter permit. The first half of the hike is the Horsetail Falls trail. Depending on which variation of that trail you choose, there will be moments of a gradual climb and moments of practically rock-climbling. On a hiking scale, this trail has been rated a level 5 (very difficult) in some areas but there are definitely more moderate alternatives. Tips: - If you want to make it to the top of Horsetail Falls to proceed onto Pyramid Peak, and back to the base before sunset, you better hit the trails no later than 7-8am in the morning. - Take into strong consideration the people that you're hiking with. This will determine pace and possibly cause your group to split into two once at the top of Horsetail Falls. One group will choose to journey up to the top of Pyramid Peak (another couple of hours of hard-core hiking and climbing) and another group will stay behind to re-coop. Every time I've hiked this peak, we have split into two groups. - Wear GOOD hiking boots (that are well broken into), dress light (bring a windbreaker or trash bag for the wind & snow at the top), and bring a water bottle and water filter. - Do not hit this trail without wearing serious sunscreen and a good hat. Everyone gets burned at the top! Also, if you know that you're going to do this hike, do yourself and everyone else a favor by physically preparing for it. You are going to be hiking and climbing ALL day! The Horsetail Falls hike will take at least 3-4 hours (sometimes 5 hours depending on your group) and the Pyramid Peak stretch will be another couple of hours. Then, you have to hike back down and while it is faster, it's much harder on your knees. Regardless of the shape that you're in, this hike WILL humble you. It's not for those who wake up one morning and decide - I am going to do a killer hike today! If you do that, you will pay the price and probably not see the top of Pyramid Peak. The first time a group of us hiked Pyramid Peak was several years ago. We opted to drop-in through Echo Lake, took a boat ride across to the western side, and backpacked down towards the top of Horsetail Falls, which is also the base of Pyramid Peak. After whipping-out our sleeping bags, we crashed. Needless to say, no one had trouble falling asleep. In the morning, we ate and hit the trails! I'll never forget that first Pyramid Peak Hike. If you don't want to carry a windbreaker with you, a trash bag is a great alternative. It gets chilly towards the top of the peak (wind + snow), so you can turn the trash bag into a pullover. Quick and easy! And when you head back down from the top, the trash bag turns into a great butt cover for sliding down the snow! It's awesome! The following years, we decided to camp in the Sierra's before heading to Horsetail Falls. Since we had a big group, our goal was to hit the trail by 7ish. I've done this hike more than a handful of times but I learn something new every single time. Additionally, I discover new scenery that I didn't notice the year before. Some years, I was in decent shape and other years, I thought I was going to collapse from exhaustion. It's a crazy hike but also, wonderfully rewarding! As my military Dad often said to me when I was growing-up - No pain, no gain! It builds character! It'll put hair on your chest! Uhhhh, I can do without that last one!

Very Beautiful and worth it, I went here with a group of…read morefriend around May and this has a very breathtaking view of waterfalls, the hike was not difficult, about 7 miles up and down wear long pant, and good hiking shoes, some part is very slippery choose a nice sunny day, it is so worth it to enjoy a day away from the city with beautiful scene and fresh air

It is a Beautiful small Alpine Lake. The Campground is small 12 sites but worth the trip to enjoy…read morethe lake, hiking trails and the the view of the Sierra Mountains that surround the lake. The campground is well maintained and the Ranger and Camp Host are very helpful and fun to visit with.

Beautiful and quiet. Nice little trail that goes around the lake. Great little lake for Kayaking.read more

It's been years since I last hiked this loop on a hot Summer day in July…read more This is a steep trail and there are parts that narrowed out, but hubby and I walked single file through those parts. We spent a day hanging out here, but we stopped halfway for a break and lunch in some shade. There are plenty of little rivers that flow below the waterfall. Hearing the waterfall kept us chugging along because we were ready to cool off. This wasn't the biggest waterfall, but we enjoyed our time in it. It was very private once we actually got down there and so happy we were in our own little oasis; we had the whole place to ourselves. With all the precipitation we received this year I can only imagine how beautiful and full everything is. I'm planning on revisiting this Summer to see how everything has grown.

Beautiful hike, spectacular views with a waterfall, this hike offers up rewarding treasures that…read moreonly Genoa can deliver. We set off on this trail that starts in the historic town of Genoa at the end of Carson Street which is north of Main Street (same side as the Genoa Bar - look for the Orchard House). You will see a gravel parking lot and the Genoa Loop Trail sign at the start of the trail. We opted for the 6 mile round trip to the waterfall adventure on this particular day as we headed out. With an elevation gain of 1410ft and many switchbacks be sure to carry plenty of H20, wear appropriate footwear, maybe bring something like a granola bar or fruit and as always pack out, what you pack in. The trail is well maintained, but can be narrow & steep at times with bicyclists and furry companions allowed on the trail too. Please be sure to bring leashes along with doggy mutt mitts aka poop bags, there is a trash can and mutt mitts at the beginning of the trail but better to be prepared and there are no poop fairies. Remember everyone is out there to enjoy the beauty of the Great Outdoors so ENJOY IT! We thoroughly enjoyed this hike, stopping along the way to take in the spring flowers, beautiful views, grab our binoculars to look upon Genoa, the Carson River & Jacks Valley. We crossed the creek throughout the trail with foot bridges, butterflies, and the reward of our hiking adventure was the Genoa Waterfall as it cascade over as we listened to it surrounded by the pine trees. So get out there, this is a GREAT waterfall hike with stunning views added bonus you are already in the quaint historic town of Genoa so why not check out the cute town and grab a bite to eat or libation. Enjoy and #moveyourbody!!

Easy hike from the road to Lower Point Eagle Campground. The view is amazing! Nice finish hike…read more after hiking back from Rubicon Trail to the Visitor Center & Vikingsholm.

It's a 4.8 mile drive up to the parking lot where the Angola Lakes Lodge is located. Parking is 12…read morebucks cash or scan code credit card charge for 13 bucks. The place you want to hike to is the Lodge area where it's less than one mile hike to the small but beautiful lake.

A hidden gem: marsh to lake trail…read more This stunning, nearly two-mile trail winds through marshland and leads to a serene lakeside escape. Tucked within a quiet residential neighborhood, the pin I've shared marks the closest entrance to the lake itself. However, you can also access the trail from various street-end points throughout the area, each one guiding you into the heart of the marsh. The path is peaceful, scenic, and surprisingly under-the-radar, known mostly to only nearby residents. It's a haven for birdwatching, gentle hikes, and quiet moments by the water. Once part of a vast 1,600 acre wetland, this area suffered heavy loss due to 20th century development. Thankfully the city has stepped in to protect what remains, halting further destruction by those seeking lakefront property. Parking is free and generally easy to find along surrounding streets, but do check signage to avoid towing or trespassing on private property. Open sunrise to sunset. Your furry family members are welcome and you should stay for sunset. The light here transforms the landscape into something truly magical. *Yelp moved my pin to the wrong location so if you follow their pin you'll end up nowhere near the marsh. Use address 569 Lily Ave, S Lake Tahoe on Google Maps to get you to the right place.