Desolation Wilderness
Granite basins and 130 alpine lakes immediately west of Lake Tahoe — the most-visited wilderness per acre in the US.
Where on earth
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- Region
- California, USA
- Country
- United States
- Biome
- High Sierra granite (2,000–3,000 m)
- Best season
- July – September
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Climbing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Canoeing
- Fishing
Key takeaways
- Biome: High Sierra granite (2,000–3,000 m)
- Best season: July – September
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
Granite basins and 130 alpine lakes immediately west of Lake Tahoe — the most-visited wilderness per acre in the US.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: July – September
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
High Sierra granite (2,000–3,000 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
United States
Biome
High Sierra granite (2,000–3,000 m)
Difficulty
moderate
