Mount Tallac trails
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Mount Tallac Trail in Desolation Wilderness
United States > California > El Dorado County
The Mount Tallac Trail in Desolation Wilderness offers hikers breathtaking vistas of Fallen Leaf Lake and Lake Tahoe, with the Floating Island Lake and Cathedral Lake gracing the path. As the ascent continues, the trail meanders through alpine meadows adorned with wildflowers, leading to rugged granite ridges.…
Distance: 9.8 mi • Elevation gain: 3,261 ft • Maximum elevation: 9,711 ft
Mount Tallac via Floating Island / Mount Tallac Trail in Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
United States > California > El Dorado County
The Mount Tallac Trail offers a breathtaking and demanding route with a rewarding summit experience. Early sections of the hike pass by serene alpine lakes like Floating Island Lake, offering a peaceful atmosphere and views of the surrounding mountains, including Fallen Leaf Lake. As you ascend, the trail…
Distance: 4.5 mi • Elevation gain: 3,205 ft • Maximum elevation: 9,705 ft
