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California
3.3 mi
Distance
921 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Tahoe National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
Boundary data
What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Gold Vly Marked Snomobile Tr
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Gold Valley Marked Snowmobile Trail is a moderate winter recreation route offering scenic access through the Sierra Nevada backcountry. This marked trail provides a rewarding snowmobile experience with steady elevation gain through forested terrain, making it ideal for winter sports enthusiasts seeking a well-maintained path with manageable difficulty.
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~1 min drive
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Tamarack Connection
~1 min drive
Moderate 7-mile connector with 1,323 ft elevation gain.
Sardine Lake Overlook
~2 min drive
Quick alpine lake overlook with rewarding views and minimal distance.
Upper Salmon Lake
~4 min drive
Steady alpine lake hike with 968 ft gain to pristine mountain lake.
Fifty-Four Road
~6 min drive
Remote 25-mile backcountry route with 3,000+ ft gain for experienced hikers.
Church Meadow Loop
~6 min drive
Easy 2-mile meadow loop with minimal elevation gain.
Mills Peak
~7 min drive
Accessible 4-mile peak hike with 717 ft gain and rewarding summit views.
Howard
~7 min drive
Moderate 11-mile trail with 865 ft gain through California backcountry.
Spencer Lakes
~12 min drive
Easy alpine lake hike with minimal elevation gain near Spencer Lakes.