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California
16.3 mi
Distance
496 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Tahoe National Forest
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No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Big Chief
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Big Chief is a moderately long day hike offering steady elevation gain through California backcountry. This 16.25-mile trail provides a substantial workout with nearly 500 feet of elevation gain, making it ideal for hikers seeking distance and endurance over technical difficulty. The route traverses typical California terrain with opportunities to experience the region's natural landscape.
Deer Creek
~1 min drive
Gentle creek-side trail through Northern California riparian woodland.
Western State Tahoe Rim Tie
~2 min drive
Alpine connector trail offering access to Tahoe Rim Trail with forest and high-elevation views.
Watson Creek
~4 min drive
Easy creek-side walk with minimal elevation gain near Watson Creek.
Blackjack
~17 min drive
Quick Nevada desert walk with minimal elevation gain.
Pole Creek Nordic
~6 min drive
Moderate 10-mile nordic trail with 2,215 ft elevation gain through forested terrain.
Bear Creek Trail
~8 min drive
Steady 4-mile creek-side hike with nearly 1,000 ft elevation gain.
Squaw Valley Wst Connection
~6 min drive
Steep 1.67-mile connector with 600 ft gain near Lake Tahoe.
Blackjack
~17 min drive
Easy 0.45-mile Nevada trail ideal for a quick desert walk.
Martis Peak
~8 min drive
Moderate Sierra alpine hike to scenic peak with panoramic views.
Granite Chief
~9 min drive
Steep alpine climb to granite peaks with panoramic Sierra views.
