Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 15, 2025

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Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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425 m

View of the Mountains in Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great view of the mountains in the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit. The hike up to the viewpoint is strenuous but it's worth the effort for the great views.

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2.22 km

Castle Rock Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Castle Rock Trail is a steep but short spur trail off the Tahoe Rim Trail. It takes you up to the peak of Castle Rock, which has amazing views over Lake Tahoe.

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2.79 km

Castle Rock

Highlight • Viewpoint

Castle Rock Viewpoint offers stunning views all over Lake Tahoe and the surrounding mountains. Perfect for a rest on a longer hike.

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5.10 km

Lake Tahoe view

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great view of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding mountains from the Tahoe Rim Trail. There are great views across the entire trail, but this section is particularly impressive.

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11.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.7 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.4 km

267 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (2,460 m)

Lowest point (2,180 m)

Weather

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