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Nevada
3.1 mi
Distance
871 ft
Gain
1h 28m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
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Why you'll love it
Gray Lake Trail (Mt. Rose)
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Gray Lake Trail on Mt. Rose offers a scenic alpine hike with steady elevation gain through forested terrain, rewarding hikers with views of the pristine Gray Lake nestled in the high country. This moderately-paced trail climbs through mixed conifer forest before opening to subalpine meadows and rocky slopes, providing excellent opportunities to experience the transition zones of the Sierra Nevada ecosystem. The trail is popular for its accessible alpine lake destination and proximity to the Reno area.
Mt Houghton
~4 min drive
Quick summit hike with steady elevation gain and panoramic views.
Upper Tyrolian Entrance Trail
~1 min drive
Quick Nevada trail entrance with minimal elevation gain and easy accessibility.
Tyrolian Downhill
~2 min drive
A scenic 5.38-mile downhill trail perfect for hikers seeking an easier descent experience.
Gray Creek
~3 min drive
Moderate 5.4-mile creek-side hike through Gray Creek drainage.
Tahoe Meadows Interpretive Tra
~2 min drive
An easy 2.34-mile out-and-back interpretive trail in Nevada connected to the Tahoe Rim Trail system.
Upper Tyrolian Bypass
~1 min drive
Quick Nevada bypass trail under one mile with minimal elevation gain.
Dry Pond
~12 min drive
Easy 4.2-mile loop with 471 ft gain through Nevada high desert.
Mt. Rose Peak
~3 min drive
Moderate alpine hike to scenic Sierra Nevada peak with expansive views.
Middle Meadow Loop
~2 min drive
Easy 0.78-mile meadow loop with minimal elevation gain.
Tyrolian
~2 min drive
Easy 0.63-mile Nevada trail, perfect for a quick walk.
