This was my first and probably my last time doing this hike. It's really beautiful The river and…read morethe waterfall is pretty cool. If you go all the way to the top of the waterfall and then go beyond it for about a mile or so you come to a gorgeous lake. However, this is a strenuous hike. Lots and lots of rock, climbing, and at times I just felt exhausted and I wasn't even sure that I wanted to complete it. I'm glad I did, but I probably won't do it again. The only downfall other than it just being strenuous is that the hike and trail itself is not well marked.

Great hike, not very difficult unless you want to climb all the way up which isn't even necessary…read moreto enjoy the falls, but be mindful of slippery rocks especially if wet. Easy to find secluded spots for bathing. Water is cold! remember it is all melted snow runoff. This is the largest waterfall in the Tahoe area. You may view the Cascade falls near the base, or hike on up to Horsetail. Parking costs $10. unless you have a federal permit, which is available for sale, for seniors, and free for the disabled. We went in late July and the water was gushing nicely, and the weather was fine even though it rained a bit that day.

Wow this is a beautiful campground! Situated right under lover's leap, there are day and overnight…read moreuse sites and parking. Clean pot toilets (well as clean as they can be). And running faucet outside. Each campsite is equipped with bear proof boxes, a wood burning bbq, picnic bench and small fire pit. There are several marked hiking trails. A stream. Posted signs about the Pony Express that once traveled through these parts. Normal warnings about the local environment and wildlife that may and do frequent the area, are posted. We watched several guys all geared up and ready to climb to face of cliff. I picked my future home site (err, I mean campsite ;)) for our next visit. This place is beautiful! Looking for something nice and not expensive?? No need to go ask the way to Tahoe. You'll find serenity here!

The host guy does not help at all we we're having trouble staying for camping and he started…read moreyelling at us??? So rude not helpful and basically kicked us out

Amazing nice quick stop on highway 50 heading to Lake Tahoe got some great pictures it's a quick…read morestop so be prepared.

Chasing (roadside) waterfalls…read more.. This is a pretty decent roadside waterfall off Highway 50 (between Sac and Lake Tahoe) near Pollock Pines. It is pretty during spring as snow melting gives the waterfall a good amount of flow with a drop of 80-ft. Nice stop to stretch out the legs at the same time. The waterfall grabs your attention whether you're driving to or from Lake Tahoe. The falls is to your right as you head to the Lake. I suppose you can pull over on the opposite side of the highway to get a full view of the falls but I wouldn't cross the road as it is dangerous because there are blind turns, sometimes cars and trucks whiz by fast and furious down this road. Easy access where you literally just pull over into a very large pullout right in front of the falls. This waterfalls is about 60 miles from our place. It is worth stopping to look at, at least once, on your way to Lake Tahoe. Review #2106 updated

wear a mask-- you're really not supposed to breathe in bat poop, or guano, it's not great for your…read morelungs. but great time!

Came here a few years ago & could not get into the tunnels because the entrance was frozen over…read more Well today it's a different story. Beautiful place & something the kids will enjoy. Only thing you should definitely have is... Boots, water, protein bars, portable charger. You have those few things & you will have a good time.

This is easily one of the most popular waterfalls in South Tahoe on the California side, and it…read morecompletely lives up to the hype! Just a heads-up on the trail getting there: it is definitely a tough, rugged hike. The path is full of rocks and kept completely natural, so you really have to watch your footing. Honestly, coming back down was just as much of a workout and challenge as hiking up. But once you reach the destination, the sheer beauty of the falls makes every single step worth it. It's actually made up of several different falls cascading down the mountainside right into Cascade Lake below. Getting close to that cold, refreshing mountain water felt incredible after the trek. The drive from our hotel in South Lake Tahoe was only about half an hour, making it the perfect, easy half-day adventure. If you're up for a bit of a rocky scramble, don't miss this one!

Hike was about 2 hours total-- one hour there, one hour back…read more It was such a fun hike! Maybe not so much for my mom because she was lowkey struggling since it started to become a rocky trail, the closer you get to the waterfall. It's not a smooth, walk-in-the-park trail, since it's rocky, so just be prepared! I've seen lots of people use hiking sticks or trekking poles-- they were definitely prepared. The view at the end is definitely worth it!

Such a beautiful and serene spot! While on ice house road you encounter a split where you can keep…read moreright for the millionaire trail parking or left for the bassi trail lot. If you keep right and park, it's a bit longer of a hike to the falls whereas if you keep left and drive up further, the hike is only about .5 miles. We intended on doing the longer hike but got confused and kept driving. Either way, it's nice that there are multiple options that lead to the same beautiful waterfall. We got to the falls around 9:30am and it was pretty empty but started getting very busy by 11am.

This is a very beautiful hike. I would definitely go in the springtime because the water is flowing…read morepretty heavily. A lot of picture spots in here as you hike up the river. When you get to the top, you see Bassey Falls, where people were laying out somewhere swimming others just enjoy enjoying lunch but overall it was a really nice day.

Pack your hiking shoes and enjoy the gorgerous and relaxing view of Echo lake and continued on to…read moreLake Aloha ! Pictures don't capture the beauty and serenity of this hike it's a must to experience it for yourself (take a companion or couple with you)

The view of the lake from the parking lot is absolutely beautiful. It looked like a day-use permit…read moreis usually required to hike here, but there was a sign saying no permits were needed the day we went -- so that's definitely something to check before your trip. The restrooms are pretty rough, so I'd recommend stopping somewhere nearby first if you need to go. I heard the full hike is around 5 miles, but we turned back at about 3 because there wasn't much shade and it was getting really hot. The trail runs right along the lake, so the scenery is gorgeous the entire way. I'd call it an easy to moderate hike, depending on how wet or snowy the trail is.

Nestled in the heart of the Sierra Nevada mountains, Wrights Lake is a sparkling sapphire gem that…read moreoffers breathtaking natural beauty and a wealth of outdoor recreation opportunities. Located off U.S. Highway 50, 22 miles east of Pollock Pines at an elevation of 7,000 feet, the lake boasts majestic mountain vistas and is home to an abundance of wildlife, including bears, mountain lions, deer, and bald eagles. Visitors can experience the fresh, pine-scented air, fish the lake's fertile waters, and let their troubles drift away as they gently rock in rhythm with the swaying pines. It is a perfect place to paddle and camp! Check it out here: https://www.paddlingcalifornia.com/Wrights_Lake.html

Nice little lake. OFF the beaten path. Perfect for kayaking, no bites on trout, but still worth it.read more

What a beautiful and stunning hike. Eagle Falls Trailhead is about a 2 mile hike around trip. It's…read morea moderate hike, it has it steep, rocky section but fairly simple. We had group of 15 people including small kids and they didn't have problem with the hike at all. The reward at the end of the hike to Eagle Lake was worth the hike. It's a beautiful clear blue water, picture perfect postcard. There's plenty of area on the trail to stop and take pictures or to rest. If you're planning to go i highly recommend going there early before 8am because parking is very competitive in the lot and on highway 89. Another thing is that Eagle Falls trail is a very popular hike trail and get can congested on the trail. They do have restroom there. Overall it was worth it. The only thing that we regret was not bringing or swimming stuff, but we did dip our feet and legs in the nice cold clear blue water.

One of many waterfalls in the Tahoe area. The hikes to the summit and to the falls are neither…read morevery difficult nor long, but you will need to move a bit on up to trail to avoid the crowds that are filling up the water at the base. We parked on the street which was just a short walk from the trailhead.