Nevada · Mountain biking · Castle Rock · Near Sunnyside-Tahoe City

Tahoe Rim Trail

Tahoe Rim TrailPhoto: Jim G from Silicon Valley, CA, USA, CC BY 2.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)
49.7 mi
distance
7,927 ft
climb
Intermediate
difficulty

Is Tahoe Rim Trail open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit. It doesn't name Tahoe Rim Trail, so check the source for the area it covers.

As of · Source: USFS · Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

The Tahoe Rim Trail is a 49.7-mile mountain biking route in Nevada's Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, managed by the Forest Service. It starts at about 8,676 feet and climbs to a high point of 9,854 feet, with a total elevation gain of 7,927 feet along the way. The trail also descends to a low of 7,031 feet, so the full ride involves both ascent and descent. The route is long and steep, with the climb peaking in the upper reaches. Riders should plan for a full day or more, and the trail's elevation profile makes it a serious challenge rather than a short outing. Several climbing areas sit within a few miles, including Shakespeare Rock and Heavy Metal Wall, both about 2.3 miles away. The Captain Pomin Trail and Spooner Loop are hikes within about 3 miles. For an overnight stay, Nevada Beach Campground is about 6.5 miles away.

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    Zephry Cove RV Park and Campground

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    Campground · 4.8 mi from the trail

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