Hiking Collection by Alex
Tahoe Rim Trail — Hiking along the Jewel of the Sierra
5 days
4-6 h/day
87.1km
2,260m
2,620m
I first hiked the Tahoe Rim Trail while thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. When I reached this section, it instantly became one of my favorite stretches of the entire PCT. The endless alpine lakes, jagged granite peaks, dense woods, and open ridgelines make this area one of the most beautiful long-distance hiking destinations in the Sierra Nevada, with Lake Tahoe as the stunning centerpiece.
This 50-mile section follows the shared corridor of the Pacific Crest Trail and the Tahoe Rim…
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Tahoe Rim Trail — Desolation Wilderness Section
81.1km
2,070m
2,420m
Last updated: October 18, 2025
Activities
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Collection Stats
Activities
5
Distance
87.1 km
Duration
26:18 h
Elevation
2,260 m
2,620 m
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