The Top 20 Attractions in Desolation Wilderness
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Desolation Wilderness. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Desolation Wilderness is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 26, 2025
Eagle Lake (Desolation Wilderness)
Highlight โข Lake
Only 5 miles into Desolation Wilderness from the Eagle Falls trailhead at Lake Tahoe's Emerald Bay, Fontanillis and Dicks offer forested shorelines with secluded campsites and excellent fishing. Eagles Lake โฆ
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Granite Lake
Highlight โข Lake
Granite Lake is a little Tahoe gem located at about 2550 m at the base of Maggies Peaks. The trail is a steep climb, and offers several beautiful views. For โฆ
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Upper Eagle Falls
Highlight โข Waterfall
This pretty, 50-foot waterfall is just a 5-minute walk or so from the Eagle Lake Trailhead โ but as you might imagine, that gets pretty busy. If that trailhead is โฆ
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Mount Tallac Summit
Highlight โข Summit
Mount Tallac, standing at 9,735 feet, is a stunning peak located just three miles from Lake Tahoe's edge. It offers some of the best views of the Tahoe Basin, thanks โฆ
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Stunning Mountain Scenery
Highlight โข Viewpoint
Go a bit up from the trail on the granit floor and you can see those rocks with nice shapes, and the view on the Lake Tahoe.
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