Sitting at 7,377 feet above sea level, Echo Summit is a California State Historic Landmark, marking the high-altitude training site of the 1968 Olympics. There is a large parking area available, along with a trailhead for both the Tahoe Rim Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail.

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1. Lower Echo Lake – Echo Lake loop from Meyers

23.1km

06:45

650m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 2,250 m

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Tuesday 10 February

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Location: El Dorado County, California, United States

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1. Lower Echo Lake – Echo Lake loop from Meyers

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