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California
12.8 mi
Distance
743 ft
Gain
An agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good
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problem: Agency alerts
12 active alerts in Tahoe National Forest; most severe: Bubonic Plague
USFS28 d ago
clear: Weather
Clouds, high 71°F / low 51°F, 36% precip — 84/100 for hike
OpenWeather2 h ago
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Prosser Creek Connection
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Prosser Creek Connection is a moderate 12.8-mile trail that links key points in the Tahoe region, offering a scenic journey through mixed terrain with nearly 750 feet of elevation gain. This connector trail provides hikers with access to broader trail networks while showcasing the natural beauty of the Prosser Creek watershed area. The route combines forest sections with open vistas typical of the Sierra Nevada foothills.
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