Tahoe Rim Trail
3.5 mi
Distance
194 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 15m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Tahoe Rim Trail is a point-to-point trail in El Dorado County, California. It is 3.5 miles long and gains 194 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is South Lake Tahoe, California, about 4 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,779 ft |
| High point | 0.1 mi | 2,781 ft |
| End | 3.5 mi | 2,686 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- South Lake Tahoe, CA · about 4 mi away
- County:
- El Dorado County, CA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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