Mount Tallac via Glen Alpine Trail
11.7 mi
Distance
5 hrs 49 min
Time
terrain
3,136 ft
Elev Gain
Overview
This is a difficult out and back trail to Mount Tallac in Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit.
This trail goes by Modjeska Falls, Glen Alpine Spring, Glen Alpine Resort, and Glen Alpine Trailhead.
Sights to See
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★★★★★
Love Mt Tallac, easily one of the best views to be earned
This is not an easy hike, the first half is relatively moderate, but once reaching Gilmore Lake the terrain becomes exposed, and very rocky. However, this is, in my opinion, the easier route than from the true Tallac Trailhead, as that trail saves most of the elevation gain for the final mile and a half, and is climbing the side of a mountain which provides challenges of vertigo and such
Prepare for a long hike, bring tons of water or a filter as there is generally crossing, and enjoy your time at the summit. There is a large marmot that seems to enjoy company at the peak
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