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Mount Tallac Hike
Type: Active, Outdoor Activities, Outdoor Activities - Summer, Recreational Facilities
10Best Says
Mount Tallac is one of the tallest peaks in Tahoe at 9,735 feet and the loop from the Glen Alpine Trailhead at 6,500 feet is a long, strenuous 11.6 mile hike. However, the views are so worth it. There... Read More
Mount Tallac is one of the tallest peaks in Tahoe at 9,735 feet and the loop from the Glen Alpine Trailhead at 6,500 feet is a long, strenuous 11.6 mile hike. However, the views are so worth it. There is free parking at the trailhead and a bathroom. You will need to bring your own water and food. The hike takes you over crushed granite and loose rock and shale and you get views of Fallen Leaf Lake on the way up. Along the trail you will come to two smaller alpine lakes, Gilmore and Cathedral Lake. At the top of the mountain you will get some wonderful views of Desolation Wilderness, Fallen Leaf Lake, Granite Lake and all of Lake Tahoe. The hike will take about 8-10 hours for the average hiker.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Christina Nellemann
Reno and Tahoe Local Expert
- Outdoor Activities, Best Attractions & Activities: "Be prepared while hiking: bring enough water for the entire day, food, correct shoes and clothes for both warm and cool weather."
- Best for Outdoor Activities Because: Tallac is one of the best hikes in the area for intermediate to advanced hikers.
- Recommended as Best Attractions & Activities Because: Mount Tallac is a more advanced hike, but the amazing view isworth every step.
