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California
9.4 mi
Distance
2,508 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
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Boundary data
What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Floating Island Trail
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Floating Island Trail is a moderate 9.4-mile round-trip hike featuring nearly 2,500 feet of elevation gain through diverse California terrain. This trail offers scenic views and a rewarding summit experience, with the elevation profile suggesting a steady climb through varied ecosystems typical of mid-elevation California ranges.
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~3 min drive
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High School Trail
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Triangle Lake Trail
~6 min drive
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Glen Alpine
~3 min drive
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