1.5 km away
Eagle Falls Trail to Eagle Lake
Easy uphill hike past a waterfall to a lake in the mountains outside Emerald Bay State Park.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 2.9 km
- Ascent
- 123 m
- Descent
- 123 m
Cascade Falls
Desolation Wilderness
Lake Tahoe
An easy hike to a 65-foot cascade.
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 2.1 km
- Ascent
- 76 m
- Descent
- 76 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.1 km
- High Point
- 2.1 km
- Gradient
- 5˚
Cascade Falls is a popular short hike in the Emerald Bay area, located on the southwest corner of Lake Tahoe. This quick jaunt measures just 1.3 miles round-trip from the Bayview Campground, and with fairly easy hiking the entire way, it's a true crowd-pleaser.
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Description
The ultimate destination is Cascade Falls itself, which drops 65+ feet over boulders and rocks. This tumbling cascade causes the water from the stream to mist into the air (especially when it's flowing at a lower water level), providing a surreal view when the sun shines through it.
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Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Features
- Picturesque
- Water features
- Family friendly
Similar routes nearby
3.7 km away
Mount Tallac
Stroll through the forest past alpine lakes, then tackle a strenuous climb to the top of the proudest peak on Lake Tahoe's shore.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 1 km
- Descent
- 1 km
4.5 km away
Moraine Trail
Short trail from Fallen Leaf Lake Campground with views of the lake and Taylor Creek.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 1.5 km
- Ascent
- 18 m
- Descent
- 18 m
6.1 km away
Rubicon Trail
A scenic hike along Lake Tahoe's shore that links overlooks, swimming beaches, a waterfall, and a historic mansion in two state parks.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 9.7 km
- Ascent
- 282 m
- Descent
- 205 m
7.5 km away
Angora Lakes Trail
Short hike to a stunning alpine lake with the amenities of day-use or overnight kayak and cabin rentals at Angora Lakes Resort.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 5.6 km
- Ascent
- 344 m
- Descent
- 343 m
7.6 km away
Glen Alpine Trail to Gilmore Lake
Easy hike past waterfalls, lakes, and a historic springs resort that leads to more strenuous trails in the Desolation Wilderness, including a way to the top of Mount Tallac.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 554 m
- Descent
- 554 m
7.6 km away
Tamarack Lake Trail
Ascend steeply through intimidating cliff bands to reach a high saddle on Echo Peak, then drop down into a granite basin of sparkling lakes in the Desolation Wilderness.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 802 m
- Descent
- 802 m
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Guidebooks in this area
14 routes · Hiking
Best Hikes in Lake Tahoe: Stunning Alpine Lake Views
5 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
5 of the Best Day Hikes in California
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