Mt. Tallac Trail is a 10 mile out and back trail located near South Lake Tahoe, California that features a lake and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible from June until September.
Directions from South Lake Tahoe: The trailhead is located approximately 3-1/2 miles north on Highway 89. Look for the Mt. Tallac Trailhead sign directly across from the entrance to Baldwin Beach and turn left down the dirt road. Continue to the trailhead parking.
California Travel and Tourism Commision, P.O. Box 1499 , Sacramento, CA, 95812-1499, Phone: 800-862-2543
Clayton Dewberry (653)
3 months ago
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Great views at the top. A fair amount of granite steps to go up and down. You might consider hiking poles to assist. When I hiked it there was an early season snow flurry, so the last five hundred feet of elevation had two to three inches of snow. It was fun. Lot of people on the top eating lunch 50 the day I was there. Nice hike and incredible views of Lake Tahoe and surrounding peaks.
Miguel Vieira (218)
3 months ago
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Lots of wildflowers, no mosquitoes, and only a little snow. One of my favorite hikes around Lake Tahoe.
Briana Wilkins (50)
7 months ago
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Awesome Hike! I've had a goal for 2 summers to hike this mountain and I finally did it. Bring lots of sunscreen because it a really exposed hike. (I learned the hard way) The view at the summit is amazing! We started at 9:00 so there was no crowds on the trail at all.
Clayton Dewberry (653)
10 months ago
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9 Completed 9 Reviews
great our and back - or up and back - trail. Hiked a couple years back after it snowed the night before. The upper thousand feet had about two inches of snow on it. Good work out, a little hard on the knees on the way down, but what isn't? Go for it.
Great lake Tahoe views at the top over lunch. Other lakes nearby too.
Patricia Fontaine (281)
10 months ago
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Did Tallac last July. Phenomenal hike long in distance but, not that difficult of a climb. It has the most awesome view of the entire lake from the top. Something funny I discovered when arriving at the top, there were lots of people up there and everyone was calling on their cell phones! Apparently the cell signal is great up there as there is nothing to obstruct it! This is a hike I would like to repeat at least annualy!
Gus Preciado (102)
10 months ago
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0 Completed 1 Reviews
Did this hike on July 16, 2011. It started well. It's difficult but it can be done. I'm over 260 lbs and even though I had to stop a few time to catch my breath it was well worth it. I love hiking and I have to say that is is one of my favorites. The views are spectacular. Do have to say that descending was a bit risky since it's almost all downhill and most of the hike is rocky to u have to really watch your step. Also there was a portion of the hike as u start to hike the mountain covered in snow and the traction was not great. Saw a few people fall or taking it really really slow. But again, it's well worth it. We will do it again before the end of the summer.
Chris Erwin (467)
12 months ago
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6 Completed 5 Reviews
Tough Day Hike but well worth the spectacular views at the summit. Start early, (it's a long hike and you want a parking spot), bring plenty of water (2-3 liters each), lunch, snacks and get hiking. The hardest part is when you hit the face of the mountain and ascend it's shoulder (starts right around Cathedral Lake and is around the half way point). After the ascent, you'll hike around to the back of the mountain and up the southwest face. Enjoy a sensational view of Lake Tahoe & Fallon Leaf Lake while you eat lunch and rest before your descent.
Jami Bonitz (55)
almost 2 years ago
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0 Completed 1 Reviews
I have hiked Mt.Tallac several times and each time it gets better! Absolutely Beautiful!!! For the first timer, it can be demanding. If you are a first timer make sure you check the weather and start early in the day. Pace yourself and make sure you stretch before, during the trek, and after. Take at least a liter of water and trail snacks. We normally took lunch with us. This was my first mountain to hike. If I can do it than anyone with enough will and patience over 10yrs old can do it. Its a life changing experience up on top of that mountain. JUST GO DO IT!!!
Andy Saephan (173)
almost 2 years ago
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6 Completed 2 Reviews
very.... tough trail.. maybe because it was my first mountain trail and it kicked my butt. but it was very rewarding once i reached the summit.
Jeremy Cirota (290)
about 1 month ago
10 Completed 10 Reviews
The reflection of Mt Tallac in Floating Island Lake will explain its name (but get there early to see it). My favorite hike at Tahoe.