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California
11.2 mi
Distance
865 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
Howard
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The Howard Trail is an 11-mile moderate trek through California's diverse terrain, offering steady elevation gain and rewarding views. This trail showcases the region's natural character with a mix of exposed ridgelines and forested sections, making it an excellent choice for hikers seeking a full day of adventure without extreme technical difficulty.
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Remote 25-mile backcountry route with 3,000+ ft gain for experienced hikers.
Chapman Creek
~4 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike with steady elevation gain through California forest.
Church Meadow Loop
~4 min drive
Easy 2-mile meadow loop with minimal elevation gain.
Tamarack Connection
~8 min drive
Moderate 7-mile connector with 1,323 ft elevation gain.
Mills Peak
~5 min drive
Accessible 4-mile peak hike with 717 ft gain and rewarding summit views.
Sardine Lake Overlook
~6 min drive
Quick alpine lake overlook with rewarding views and minimal distance.
Ridge Loop
~13 min drive
Moderate 10-mile ridge loop with 936 ft elevation gain and scenic vistas.
Upper Salmon Lake
~6 min drive
Steady alpine lake hike with 968 ft gain to pristine mountain lake.
Packer Lake Picnic
~7 min drive
Easy 0.64-mile stroll to a scenic picnic area at Packer Lake.
Rim Loop
~13 min drive
Scenic 6-mile rim circuit with moderate elevation gain and expansive views.
