![]() ![]() On the south shore you will also find the Taylor Creek Visitor Center, Tallac Historic Site, Pope and Baldwin Beaches, Fallen Leaf Lake, Desolation Wilderness, Heavenly Mountain Resort and nearby Meiss Country. Attractions include one the most photographed areas in the world, Emerald Bay and Vikingsholm Castle. The south shore boasts a spectrum of commercial development intermixed with recreational opportunities that include water activities, camping, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, downhill skiing/snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hotels, restaurants, shopping, and gaming. The south shore of Lake Tahoe is located on the California side of the lake with the main access via Highways 50 and 89. On downhill runs, watch for uphill riders Reserve enough daylight to retrace your route if you encounter problems The entire system was a true engineering feat in its day. Make sure your bike is functioning properlyĬarry repair and first aid kits and know how to use them Jones did not create the Flume Trail it has been in existence since the 1870s when water flumes, or elevated wooden channels, transported water from Marlette Lake to nearby lumber operations and into an underground pipeline that took it all the way to Virginia City. Recognize your physical and technical limitsĬarry more water as you think you'll need Maps of mountain biking trails and free copies of the MVUM are available at the LTBMU, Supervisor’s Office. Please take a look at the Motor Vehicle Use Map ( MVUM) at for trail information. Use of motor assisted bicycles is only allowed on motorized trails. Motor Assisted Bicycles: The Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit ( LTBMU) has determined that motor assisted bicycles (electric, gas or diesel) are motorized vehicles. Popular mountain bike routes include the Tahoe Rim Trail, Corral, Saxon Creek, Tyrolian, Star Lake, Stanford Rock, Monument Trail, Van Sickle, Power Line Trail, Sidewinder, Armstrong Pass, Armstrong Connector, Mount Watson, Griff Creek and Flume Trail. Most trails travel through remote areas where help is not readily available. Riders should carry water, food, clothing and tools and be prepared for changing weather, riding conditions and accidents. This high alpine environment can be unforgiving to the unprepared. This dirt jeep road will still give you glimpses of Lake Tahoe before ending at Tunnel Creek Station.Mountain biking in forest can be anything from a challenging ride on the Tahoe Rim Trail to a leisurely ride along backcountry roads. ![]() Make sure you take the time to take in the views!įrom Marlette Flume Trail, get ready for a slightly steeper downhill cruise as the next three miles features a 1,500-foot descent down the Tunnel Creek Road. Although the trail feels mostly flat or slightly downhill, do use caution as this section has very steep drop offs and the trail can be very narrow in some sections. This historic trail traverses the ridge, weaving around rocks and trees and then opening up to expansive views of Lake Tahoe and the mountains beyond. It begins with a 4.4-mile gentle descent from Lake Marlette to its northern junction with Tunnel Creek Road. The Marlette Flume Trail boasts some truly spectacular views of Lake Tahoe. ![]() This is just a short segment of dirt road that connects to Marlette Flume Trail where the real fun begins! This flat jeep road is scenic in its own right as it skirts the shores of Lake Marlette giving you a chance to take in the views. The Marlette Lake Trail ends at the southern end of the lake, but you can continue along the lake using the Marlette Lake Road that runs along the shore. Once you crest Marlette Saddle, enjoy a half mile descent down to the beautiful blue Marlette Lake. Although this part of the hike is challenging, be sure to take in the scenery as you'll pass through groves of aspens and conifers through which you may catch a glimpse of old logging cabins. In the first three miles, the trail climbs approximately 1,500 feet to Marlette Saddle which is the high point of the trail at 8,200 ft. ![]() This trail begins just to the north of Spooner Lake. At approximately one mile start looking for the beginning of the Marlette Lake Trail which will be on the left-hand side of the road. Starting from the Spooner Lake parking lot, hop on North Canyon Road to start the hike. ![]()
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