Point of Interest
The Tahoe Rim Trail is a 170 mile scenic backcountry non-motorized trail system looping along the ridgeline surrounding lake Tahoe. It consists of the Tahoe Rim National Recreation Trail on the East, North and West sides of the lake, and 50 miles of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail on the West and South.
Length: 120 Miles
Loop Trail: Yes
Primary Trail Type: Backcountry
Additional Trail Types: -
Agency: USDA Forest Service
Entry Fee: -
Fee Notes: -
Parking Fee: -
Permit Fee: -
Trail Use Notes:
Mtn Biking allowed on 104 miles of the TRT. Winter Use - open but not managed.
Seasonal Use Notes:
Open all year, but snow generally restricts usage Nov-Apr - in higher areas often Oct-June
Location: Circling around the crest of the mountains surrounding the Lake Tahoe Basin in CA and NV
County: Alpine, El Dorado, Placer, Washoe, Carson City, Douglas
State: CA, NV
Townships: -
Driving Directions:
The TRT circumnavigates the Lake Tahoe Basin, generally near the rim of the surrounding mountains. As such, it crosses all major routes into Lake Tahoe. Trailheads or marked crossings can be found near the crests on US 50 (E&W), CA 89 (N&S), CA 267, NV 431, and NV 207, with system access spurs in Tahoe City and South Lake Tahoe. Maps are available on the Tahoe Rim Trail Association Website
Average Grade: -
Maximum Grade: 15%
Elevation High: 10000 Feet
Elevation Low: 6200 Feet
Elevation Gain: -
Average Width: 24 Inches
Minimum Width: undefined Inches
Primary Surface: Soil
Additional Surfaces: Rock, boulders, Soil, compacted
Year Designated: 2003
