Tahoe Rim Trail
A 165-mile loop above Lake Tahoe — granite ridges, blue lakes, and the Sierra crest views.
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- Region
- California / Nevada, USA
- Country
- United States
- Biome
- Sierra granite ridge (2,000–3,050 m)
- Best season
- July – September
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Climbing
- Sea Kayaking
- Beachcombing
- Canoeing
- Fishing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Sierra granite ridge (2,000–3,050 m)
- Best season: July – September
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
Topic summary
A 165-mile loop above Lake Tahoe — granite ridges, blue lakes, and the Sierra crest views.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: July – September
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Sierra granite ridge (2,000–3,050 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Plan with verified data
Tahoe Rim Trail trip tools
Popular pursuits at Tahoe Rim Trail
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Climbing
Rock and alpine lines with approach beta.
- Sea Kayaking
Coastal crossings, tides, and protected camps.
- Beachcombing
Tide-line walking between camps.
- Canoeing
Paddle routes, portages, and put-ins.
