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Upper Velma Lake from Eagle Falls Trailhead

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3.9 mi
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1 hrs 45 min
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1,647 ft
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This is a moderate one way trail in Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit.

This trail goes by Eagle Falls Trailhead, Vista point, 90 Foot Wall, and Upper Eagle Falls.

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    3 years, 2 months ago
    Fantastic vistas. The large number of steps on the trail make this hard (both down & up), but it's worth the effort!
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    1 year, 2 months ago
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