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Folsom Camp Loop - Tyrolean Downhill, Incline Flume, Diamond Peak

Lake Tahoe

Mount Rose

Scenic hike with Lake Tahoe views and route through Diamond Peak Ski Resort

Hiking Moderate

Distance
11 km
Ascent
400 m
Descent
401 m
Duration
2-3 hrs
Low Point
2.1 km
High Point
2.4 km
Gradient
Folsom Camp Loop - Tyrolean Downhill, Incline Flume, Diamond Peak Map

Hike through sections of Tyrolean Downhill, Incline Flume, and Diamond Peak.

Description

Starting at DP upper parking lot and moving clockwise allows most of the 1000' elevation climb to be done right away, and end with spectacular Lake Tahoe views from Diamond Peak.

Good shade through most of the hike. dog friendly. Watch out for occasional mountain bikers, especially on the Tyrolean Downhill section of the trail.

Difficulty

Moderate

Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.

Low Exposure

1 out of 4

The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between June and October

Features

  • Alpine
  • Picturesque
  • Summit Hike
  • Dog friendly
  • Wild flowers
  • Water features
  • Forestry or heavy vegetation

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