Alpine Meadows: Lake Tahoe Chapter, Five Lakes Hike

Aug 17, 2024 8:30AM—1:30PM

Location

We will meet at 8:30 AM at the trailhead. Parking can be found alongside Alpine Meadows Road, both before and after the trailhead; however, carpooling is recommended. Off of Highway 89, the trailhead is approximately 10 miles south of Truckee, or 4 miles north of Tahoe City.   Take Alpine Meadows Road for 2 miles to the trailhead where you will park along the side of the road. 

Cost Lunch is at your own expense.

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Please join your fellow pilgrims to experience this 4.8-mile out-and-back trail, with 1,095 feet of elevation gain, near Olympic Valley, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 31 min to complete.

For additional details check out https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/five-lakes-creek-trail.

Nestled in the foothills of the Granite Chief Wilderness, just north of Lake Tahoe in Olympic Valley, the Five Lakes Trail promises dramatic yet tranquil surroundings, along with a place to relax, fish, or swim.  The Five Lakes Trail is one of the easiest and most accessible routes in the Granite Chief Wilderness. This trail offers great views, beautiful wildflowers, and plenty of room for exploration. It’s like a playground but better. Stretching is encouraged since almost all of the elevation gain is accrued during the first mile or so of the hike. Once at the lakes, we can rest, swim, and have a snack before we head back to the trailhead.

This hike is ~4.8 miles.  Elevation gain: ~1,095 feet

Following the hike, we will gather at the River Ranch Lodge and Restaurant  2285 River Road Tahoe City, CA for lunch (optional).  https://www.riverranchlodge.com/