Hiking Trails & Parks in South Lake Tahoe, California
142 hiking & walking trails and 22parks, recreation areas & campgrounds in South Lake Tahoe, located in El Dorado County, California. Free trail map for every listing.
About Outdoor Recreation in South Lake Tahoe, California
South Lake Tahoe offers 142 mapped hiking trails and 22 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in El Dorado County, California, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
Explore more nearby: El Dorado County overview, all El Dorado County trails, or statewide California list.
Parks & Campgrounds in South Lake Tahoe
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California?
Yes — we have 142 mapped hiking and walking trails in South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California?
Climbers Trail to Eagle Lake Buttress near South Lake Tahoe is rated hard — the toughest classification among South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California for families?
Al Tahoe Bike near South Lake Tahoe is one of the best family picks in South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California?
Each of the 142 trails in South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California?
South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California has 22 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (1 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California?
Yes — 1 of South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND with 208 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across El Dorado County for more options beyond South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California.
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