3.6 miles
Distance
1,386 ft
Climb
-177 ft
Descent
00:59:41
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Supporters, Builders, Maintainers & Land Managers of High Meadows Road Trail
USFSLand Manager
High Meadows Road Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- E-Bike
- Horse
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaPowerline
South Lake Tahoe, California -
Ref Number12N21
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Difficulty Rating
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypeDirt/Gravel Road
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Bike TypeAM, XC, Adaptive MTB, Gravel
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DirectionBoth DirectionsPopular direction shown
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Climb DifficultyGreen
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Physical RatingHard
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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SeasonMay-November
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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Local Popularity75 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 70 in E-Biking
- 80 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
- 5 in Horseback
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Land OwnerUSFS Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
This forest access road is usually used by riders who want access to the Star Lake Trail without the bother of the technical uphill of Upper Cold Creek Trail. However, this road is very steep in many sections and generally an unpleasant ride.
Riding down this road is highly discouraged because the combination of the gravel surface, water bars, and steep incline makes it easy to lose control.
Access Info
From the end of High Meadow Road continue on the forest access road to High Meadow.
Disclaimer
Motorized vehicles, OHV, and eBikes are not allowed passed the parking area and gate.
Adaptive Bike Info
aMTB Green Rating: Beginner features and moderate terrain.
road climb up to a meadow, with steep sections.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
More Stats for High Meadows Road multi-use trail trail
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Altitude change1,207 ft
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Altitude min6,546 ft
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Altitude max7,844 ft
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Altitude start6,546 ft
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Altitude end7,753 ft
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Grade6.3%
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Grade max-12.7%
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Grade min92.3%
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Distance climb3 miles
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Distance down4,793 ft
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Distance flat531 ft
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Avg time00:59:41
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Avg reverse time00:22:51
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6 Months
- 10 rides
- 26.1 km avg distance
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- 120 rides
- Last: Nov 10, 2024
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