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Hiking Stevens Peak (via Big Meadow Trailhead near Luther Pass in South Tahoe)

January 13, 2020
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Autumn mountains with blue skies and clouds and lake

Stevens Peak is an exceptional hike for adventurous people looking to challenge their physical stamina, weather forecasting, and land navigation skills. Throughout the journey you’ll be treated to stunning views of the south end of the Lake Tahoe Basin (and beyond in all directions). Since you’ll be trekking through Meiss Country, you’ll bear witness to…

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Posted in Blog, South Lake Tahoe Hiking, Summer Trails Tagged advanced, big meadow trailhead, christmas valley, day hike, multi-day hike, ski tour, south tahoe Leave a comment

Hiking Round Lake (via Big Meadow Trailhead near Luther Pass in South Tahoe)

November 12, 2019
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Sunset at Round Lake

The hike to Round Lake is not a secret Tahoe hike by any means. However, it’s definitely a Tahoe local’s favorite (especially for quick overnight backpacking trips) because it’s not far from town, but out of the way enough to feel as though you were hiking a remote backcountry trail. This relatively easy day-hike features…

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Posted in Blog, South Lake Tahoe Hiking, Summer Trails Tagged big meadow trailhead, christmas valley, day hike, south tahoe 2 Comments

Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing At Big Meadow

November 12, 2019
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View of Stevens Peak from snow-covered Big Meadow Trail

Cross-country skiing at Big Meadow is totally rewarding when the conditions are right. The loop around Big Meadow is approximately 1.5 miles (depending on how far into the woods you want to ski), the terrain is flat, and the area is far less traveled than nearby Grass Lake. And, although Big Meadow essentially sits in…

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Posted in Blog, South Lake Tahoe Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing, Winter Trails Tagged beginner, big meadow trailhead, christmas valley, intermediate, south tahoe Leave a comment

Hiking Warr Trail (via SR 89 in Christmas Valley near South Tahoe)

November 11, 2019
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The Warr Trail is short and stout, featuring just over 1,800 feet of elevation gain in just under three miles of hiking (one-way). Although the Warr Trail is shown on three of the more popular Lake Tahoe recreation maps, not many people (Tahoe locals included) actually know it exists. This is interesting because the trailhead…

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Posted in Blog, South Lake Tahoe Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing, South Lake Tahoe Hiking, Summer Trails, Winter Trails Tagged advanced, christmas valley, day hike, south tahoe 2 Comments

Hiking Scotts Lake (via Big Meadow Trailhead on SR 89 near Luther Pass in South Tahoe)

November 11, 2019
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Scotts Lake is a fun Tahoe day hike that features a walk through groves of Aspen and Juniper trees, a great selection of wildflowers (when in season), some elevation gain to get your heart pumping, and free and convenient trailhead parking. Bring a swimsuit and towel to take advantage of the fact you’re hiking to…

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Posted in Blog, South Lake Tahoe Hiking, Summer Trails Tagged big meadow trailhead, christmas valley, day hike, intermediate, luther pass, short hike, south tahoe Leave a comment

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I hiked all through the mountains and forests toda I hiked all through the mountains and forests today hoping to see (among other birds) a Red-breasted Sapsucker, only to see one near the gas station 😂
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I barely had time to raise my camera (hence the sl I barely had time to raise my camera (hence the slight crop of its wing tips) when I saw this beautiful (dark morph) Red-tailed Hawk swoop from its Jeffrey Pine perch 🤗
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There's definitely snow in the upper elevations, b There's definitely snow in the upper elevations, but it's quite harsh. Wind-scoured, wind-swept, and wind-buffed. Not the best for xc skiing but, hey, at least I got out of the house today 😂
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