Hiking Glacier Meadow Loop

October 25, 2008 by TrailsTV · 1 Comment 

Glacier Meadow Loop at Lake Tahoe is a very short, self-guided nature trail that begins and ends at the Eastbound I-80 rest stop on Donner Summit. This is a relaxing stroll with signs along the trail explaining how glacial action carved and polished the area. This .5 mile easy loop trail is located ... read more

Hiking Manoa Falls

October 24, 2008 by TrailsTV · 1 Comment 

O’ahu has a ton of great hikes. We did the Manoa Falls hike which was easy to get to and relatively short and flat hike at the base of the Ko’oaus Mountains. A few things before you go, you are hiking in a rainforest, it’s wet, wet and dirt means mud. Take an extra pair of shoes. T... read more

Hiking Diamond Head Crater - Oahu

October 23, 2008 by TrailsTV · Leave a Comment 

The most famous volcanic crater in the world is Diamond Head, located on the South-east Coast of O’ahu at the end of Waikiki overlooking the Pacific Ocean. It was originally named Laeahi by the ancient Hawaiians. The name meant “brow of the tuna” and looking at the silhouette of th... read more

Top 10 U.S. Hikes

September 13, 2008 by TrailsTV · 5 Comments 

After searching for countless trails around North America, TrailsTV.com has put together our list of top trails in the U.S. Because we, as Americans, have such diverse climates and topography, it’s difficult to choose the best. In no particular order, here is our list of Top 10 hikes in the U.... read more

Vikingsholm Lake Tahoe

September 3, 2008 by TrailsTV · 1 Comment 

At the head of Emerald Bay where Eagle Creek wanders into the bay you will find a flat area of land surrounded by waterfalls, cliffs, steep slopes and the emerald waters of the bay. Here, set among the magnificent pines and cedars you will find Vikingsholm. The vision of wealthy heiress, Lora J. Kni... read more

Top 10 Lake Tahoe Hikes

September 3, 2008 by TrailsTV · 5 Comments 

There is no better way to experience the natural beauty Lake Tahoe has to offer than on foot. From easy to strenuous, Lake Tahoe boasts some of the best hikes in North America. You can be rewarded with beautiful scenery, occasional glimpses of wildlife, and trails suited to every taste and ability.... read more

Eagle Falls and Eagle Lake

September 3, 2008 by TrailsTV · Leave a Comment 

Upper Eagle Falls are nice. Lower Eagle Falls from the road is beautiful. Lower Eagle falls from below are magnificent. Then throw a touch of Emerald Bay and Lake Tahoe and you’ve got one of the world’s most beautiful days. The lower falls are a moderately easy, stunningly beautiful hike... read more

Tahoe Meadows Loop Hike and Bike

August 16, 2008 by TrailsTV · Leave a Comment 

It’s a hundred degrees in Reno and the mountains look appealing, actually so does that lake on the other side. Along SR 431 that winds around Mount Rose on it’s way to Incline Village, just past the Mount Rose peak is a small turn off to the left. It’s well marked, just look for the large rest... read more

Mt Tallac Hike

August 16, 2008 by TrailsTV · Leave a Comment 

Incredible views persist along the entire route to the summit of this peak, which dominates the South West shore of Lake Tahoe. The summit affords without question the best panorama in the Tahoe Sierra. Keep in mind, this trail can be crowded and dusty in mid-summer, and can get very hot above timb... read more

Mt Rose Meadows Hike Lake Tahoe

July 14, 2008 by TrailsTV · 1 Comment 

If you’re planning a trip to Mount Rose, you’ve come to the right place as most guides will tell you to park at the house on the North side of Hwy 431 and follow the Tahoe Rim Trail to the Mount Rose Trail. There is a new Mount Rose trailhead which takes you on a more direct route until ... read more

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