Are dogs allowed on Freel Peak Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Freel Peak Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Freel Peak Trail?

No, Freel Peak Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Freel Peak Trail?

Freel Peak Trail is rated expert. It is 9.7 miles long with 4,081 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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ExpertOut and Back

California

Freel Peak Trail

South Lake Tahoe, California

9.7 mi

Distance

4,081 ft

Elev. Gain

5h 7m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The hike up to Freel Peak is a hard, primitive and rocky trail. The hike in the Sierra Nevada offers great views of Lake Tahoe, High Meadow, and the Desolation Wilderness. The first thing you need to do is to start at Fountain Place and take a right on the Tahoe Rim Trail to get to the trail. Stat Lake can be reached at the end of Marshall Trail. The Lake Tahoe Basin Management Area includes the Freel Peak Trail.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.

On public land in the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit / Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest; reached via the Tahoe Rim Trail from Armstrong Pass. No permit required; roads subject to winter closure.

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Elevation Profile

Min:2,170 ft

Max:3,307 ft

1,244 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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