7.1 km away
Winnemucca Lake Wildflower Hike
Hike among especially colorful wildflowers and open meadows to a cliff-lined alpine lake.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 7.8 km
- Ascent
- 192 m
- Descent
- 192 m
Lake Margaret Trail
Kirkwood
Lake Tahoe
Sierra-at-Tahoe
Bring your swimsuits and fishing gear, it's a beautiful lake! And don't forget insect repellent.
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 3.7 km
- Ascent
- 67 m
- Descent
- 123 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.3 km
- High Point
- 2.4 km
- Gradient
- 4˚
You start at the parking lot where there is plenty of space to park (at least in the morning). Then the magic can start: wildflowers everywhere, jumping fished in the creek and lake. When you arrive at the lake, during the summer months the water is warm enough to swim. They are also some fishermen.
Description
The hike is beautiful but not that easy. Some parts of the road are watery, you even have puddles: bring good shoes with good grip, it could be slippery. Kids love it too. Just beware that most dogs have no leash.
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Dog friendly
- Wild flowers
- Family friendly
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