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Nevada
Incline Flume Trail
6.0 mi
Distance
2,639 ft
Gain
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Inside Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
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Out & back
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 6.0 mi
- Elevation gain
- 2,639 ft
- Elevation loss
- 2,639 ft
- Highest point
- 7,742 ft
- Lowest point
- 7,166 ft
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- Forest Service
- Bikes
- no
About this trail
The Incline Flume Trail is a scenic out-and-back route in Nevada that follows a historic water conveyance system through mixed terrain. This nearly 6-mile trail offers a unique blend of Nevada history and natural beauty, with the flume structure itself serving as an interesting focal point throughout the hike. The trail provides moderate elevation gain and rewards hikers with views characteristic of Nevada's diverse landscape.
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