Donner Lake Rim Trail
12.3 mi
Distance
942 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 34m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Donner Lake Rim Trail is a point-to-point trail in Nevada County, California. It is 12 miles long and gains 942 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Soda Springs, California, about 2 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,281 ft |
| High point | 6.2 mi | 2,344 ft |
| End | 12.4 mi | 1,899 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Soda Springs, CA · about 2 mi away
- County:
- Nevada County, CA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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