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Hiking Steven’s Peak (via Big Meadow Trailhead in South Tahoe)

May 2, 2023
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| Blog, South Lake Tahoe Hiking, Summer Trails
Autumn mountains with blue skies and clouds and lake

Steven’s Peak is an exceptional hike for adventurous people. Particularly those who are looking to challenge their physical stamina, weather forecasting, and land navigation skills. And throughout the journey you’ll be treated to stunning views in all directions. Most of which will be major landmarks of the southern end of the Lake Tahoe Basin. Since…

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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)

March 1, 2021
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| Blog, South Lake Tahoe Hiking, Summer Trails
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). Why? Because it’s so close to town. And, yet, it’s out of the way just enough that you feel as though you were hiking a remote backcountry trail….

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Posted in Blog, South Lake Tahoe Hiking, Summer Trails Tagged big meadow trailhead, christmas valley, day hike, south tahoe 4 Comments

Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing At Big Meadow

November 12, 2019
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| Blog, South Lake Tahoe Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing, Winter Trails
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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| Blog, South Lake Tahoe Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing, South Lake Tahoe Hiking, Summer Trails, Winter Trails
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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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