The Tahoe Rim Trail that is also the iconic Pacific Crest Trail in this section, the view of Lower Echo Lake is just breathtaking and a provides picture postcard scenery. Take your time, stop here and there and embrace this alpine paradise.

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Pacific Crest Trail: Echo Lake to Lake of the Woods

17.0km

05:11

490m

460m

Hike the difficult 10.6-mile Pacific Crest Trail from Echo Lake to Lake of the Woods, gaining 1597 feet through Desolation Wilderness.

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Lake Aloha Trail

12.8km

04:01

460m

190m

Hike the moderate 8.0-mile Lake Aloha Trail through Desolation Wilderness, gaining 1507 feet to reach stunning alpine lakes.

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Echo Lakes Trail

4.22km

01:08

50m

60m

Easy 2.6-mile hike along Echo Lakes, offering stunning alpine views and a connection to the Pacific Crest Trail in Desolation Wilderness.

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Location: El Dorado County, California, United States

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Scenic view of Lower Echo Lake

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Pacific Crest Trail: Echo Lake to Lake of the Woods

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Echo Lakes Trail

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