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California
29.0 mi
Distance
2,253 ft
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An agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good
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Newest 23 h ago · oldest 28 d
problem: Agency alerts
12 active alerts in Tahoe National Forest; most severe: Bubonic Plague
USFS28 d ago
clear: Weather
Clouds, high 65°F / low 42°F, 0% precip — 95/100 for hike
OpenWeather23 h ago
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Bald Ridge Loop
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Bald Ridge Loop is a challenging 29-mile circuit that rewards experienced hikers with expansive ridge-top views and diverse terrain. This demanding loop traverses high elevation ridgelines with significant elevation gain, offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding California landscape. The route combines exposed ridgeline sections with forested passages, making it a premier destination for hikers seeking solitude and alpine scenery.
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