Trail Map of Horsetail Falls, Lake Tahoe
A three mile round-trip hike gets you up close with this spectacular Tahoe waterfall.
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Overview
Moderate:
3.0 miles, 1-3 hours
Other Information:
Family Friendly
Overview:
Late spring and early summer may be the best times to experience Horsetail Falls, but a hike up the Pyramid Creek trail to this spectacular waterfall is still a worthwhile experience at any time of the year. If you can find a parking spot at the busy US50 trailhead that is.
Elevation gain:
• 600ft (from 6,100 - 6,700ft)
Tips:
• Peak volume will be in late spring as soon as the snow melts.
• Parking is limited and a fee is required.
Elevation gain:
• 600ft (from 6,100 - 6,700ft)
Tips:
• Peak volume will be in late spring as soon as the snow melts.
• Parking is limited and a fee is required.
Trailhead
[JCT] Pyramid Creek Loop Junction
Cascade Vista
Follow Pyramid Creek Trail
[JCT] Pyramid Creek Trail
Desolation Wilderness
Horsetail Falls
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