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Floating Island Lake

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Floating Island Lake

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    Location: El Dorado County, California, United States

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    July 20, 2023

    Hiking

    Shimmering alpine lake located along the Mount Tallac trail. It's a great place to take a break before starting the ascent. If you visit at the right time, you'll be treated to a magnificent reflection of the Mount Tallac ridge in the lake's water.

    December 18, 2023

    Running

    Shimmering alpine lake located along the Mount Tallac trail. It's a great place to take a break before starting the ascent. If you visit at the right time, you'll be treated to a magnificent reflection of the Mount Tallac ridge in the lake's water.

    October 15, 2018

    Hiking

    Good for resting and relaxing

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    1. Mount Tallac Trail

    14.5km

    05:27

    960m

    960m

    Embark on the challenging Mount Tallac Trail, a difficult 14.5 km ascent over rocky and scrambling terrain, to earn unparalleled panoramic views of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding alpine beauty.

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    The Floating Island and Cathedral Lakes Trail offers a moderate 8.0 km journey promising breathtaking alpine vistas, serene lakes, and panoramic Lake Tahoe views amidst diverse High Sierra forests.
    Moderate

    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Elevation 2,200 m

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