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: October 12, 2025
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 …
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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 …
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This pretty, 50-foot waterfall is just a 5-minute walk or so from the Eagle Lake Trailhead — but as you might imagine, that gets pretty busy. If that trailhead is …
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Eagle lake is worth the way up… you can see birds and it’s really charming. And you can swim easily in it, which is absolutely amazing on the way down from a long hike in the Desolation Wilderness…
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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 …
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