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.

This has probably been my favorite hike this far!! It has such beautiful scenery and I like that we…read moreare able to see the falls throughout the entire walk. We did a little over 4 miles. We got in the water and it felt so amazing (cold as all hell) but amazing!!

Beautiful campground. I stayed here with some friends for two nights of a three day weekend and it…read morewasn't hard to find a spot. It's only a 30 minute drive to South Lake which make it an easy choice when other campsites were packed to the brim. We paid $27 into a drop box for the night and chose our own site to pitch up on. Each site is a good size and gives you space from your neighbors. There's a fire pit and bear box for every site. Lots of fun and definitely looking to return!

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!

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

Worth the quick stop to get out, stretch and check it out on the drive to Tahoe or back! Very cool…read morelittle falls on an easy pull out.

We had out of town family in town last week and we made it back to the Donner (Railroad) Tunnels. I…read morelove the tunnels! It's SO beautiful. And as it was a railroad, it's level and easy, and as it's in the tunnels, you're mostly protected from the weather. Bring good trail walking shoes and a flashlight. (And park across from the Donner Ski Ranch.)

I've lived in Reno since 1979, and I've never been to the tunnels?! It was so fun! Incredible…read moreviews. No snow yet, making the tremendous rock formations visible. A lot of people, and dogs. A few bikers, of which, I was one. Everyone was friendly and courteous with their pups, and kids. Parking was easy in the lot by Sugar Bowl Ski Resort. If biking, I recommend a fat tire bike as the gravel is deep in random spots in the tunnels. Water trickles through in several spots. I recommend a head lamp in addition to your fully charged bike light, some tunnels are really dark, and long!

This ended up being one of my favorite hikes in Lake Tahoe. It's definitely more enjoyable in the…read morespring or fall, when there's less fog and you can fully take in the surrounding scenery, but even so, I was happy with the experience. Reaching the waterfalls was especially rewarding and made the hike well worth it.

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!

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.

Bathroom locked. Road closed to parking lot. Parked along Ice House Road which added about a mile…read moreto our hike. Some minor stream crossings. Some snow patches. Waterfall raging. Beautiful views.

The Lower Echo Lake trail runs right along a ridge on the north side of the lake. Because it's so…read moreelevated, we never got close to the water except at the beginning of the trail when we crossed over the dam. Based on how much water was flowing over the dam and the raging current below, the water level in May was quite high. We arrived in late May, thinking that all the snow would be melted by the trailhead and the road to the trailhead. We were wrong. There was a big pile of snow about a mile from the trailhead in the road. It had a backcountry no maintenance sign right next to the pile. We decided to park there and walk. After the fact, we noticed that the only tricky part of the road was right next to the sign. Then, as long as no one was driving the other way, the road easily led to the lake. This little walk from our parking spot to the lake gave us the opportunity to see the vacation rental homes that were still boarded up for the winter and the fire destruction that had snaked its way through the homes. The homes did not appear to be damaged, but it was hard to tell if they were saved or rebuilt after the fire. Some unfortunate sections of the mountainside were completely denuded of vegetation and life. The trees were completely black and soil barren from any nutrients. The trail along the lake was extremely beautiful. When looking closely, it's possible to see the houses on the opposite end of the lake, but they are almost camouflaged into the granite and trees. The trail leads right by many of the homes, which are a woody-Japanese style structure. None of the home were old lake cabins; instead, they all appeared to be expensively built.

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

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.

This was a short hike from the parking lot area to Eagle Falls. I learned that day that there are…read moremany trails in the area, but our goal was to visit the top of the hill. It was a fun and kid-friendly hike. Parking space is minimal; luckily, we found parking as we pulled up. A hiker was gracious enough to give us his parking ticket to use for the remainder of the day. The hike is less than 1 mile from the parking lot. It can be steep and has stairs, so watching your steps and strollers is not recommended. There's a small rest area with a bench and rocks you can sit on. You can view the waterfalls from this area or continue towards the bridge. There's also a small swimming area that you will see after you cross the bridge to the right. It was busy when we arrived, and families enjoyed the water. Overall, a convenient and short hike. A place to consider visiting. Good luck with parking!