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California
3.2 mi
Distance
479 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
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Why you'll love it
Blackwood Creek Trail
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Blackwood Creek Trail is a scenic 3.2-mile out-and-back hike featuring a modest 479-foot elevation gain, making it an accessible option for hikers of varying abilities. The trail follows Blackwood Creek through a riparian corridor, offering opportunities to enjoy flowing water and shade from surrounding vegetation. This easy creek-side walk is ideal for a leisurely afternoon hike or family outing.
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