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Mount Tallac via Floating Island Mount Tallac Trail in Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit trails

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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: 977 m • Maximum elevation: 2,958 m