Courtney Rosiak-Quinto set out on her first solo thru-hike, following the 174-mile Tahoe Rim Trail around Lake Tahoe through high-elevation terrain, long water carries, unexpected challenges and the Sierra landscape that has helped make South Lake Tahoe feel like home. Taking on the Tahoe Rim Trail Alone The Tahoe Rim Trail—or TRT—travels through California and … Read more
Why do we keep coming back to the mountains? That simple question shaped one of the most thoughtful conversations we’ve had on Sierra Rec Now. This week, Charlie Pankey sits down with backpacker, fly fisherman, and creator behind Juan Backpacks, Juan Veruete, to discuss the John Muir Trail, the Tahoe Rim Trail, ultralight backpacking, and … Read more
Anyone who spends time exploring the Sierra Nevada knows that the farther you travel from the trailhead, the more important self-reliance becomes. A twisted ankle miles from help, dehydration on a hot climb, or an unexpected weather shift can quickly turn a great day on the trail into a serious situation. This spring, the Tahoe … Read more
In the Sierra, we don’t just celebrate one season at a time — we chase them both. This weekend, Carson City and the Eastern Sierra are glowing with autumn color while snow-dusted peaks above Carson Valley whisper that ski season is just around the corner. It’s that sweet overlap where pumpkins meet powder — where … Read more
By Sierra Rec Magazine Staff | August 7, 2025 Lake Tahoe, CA/NV — Trail lovers, rejoice! Just one week into August, the Tahoe Rim Trail Association (TRTA) has already hit its $15,000 fundraising goal for its annual “Raise the Rim” campaign—and the momentum is still building. “This early success is a testament to how much … Read more
Basin Wide Trails Analysis Project in Lake Tahoe: What It Means for Trail Enthusiasts and E-Bike usage SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — In exciting news for outdoor enthusiasts and trail lovers, the USDA Forest Service’s Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has released the final Environmental Assessment (EA) and Draft Decision Notice (DN) for the … Read more
Snowshoeing to Big Meadow has been on my winter hiking bucket list for years. There’s nothing quite like hiking out to a snow filled meadow surrounded by nature, mountains and views in every direction. Big Meadow Trailhead is located off of Highway 89 between Christmas Valley and Hope Valley, south of South Lake Tahoe. The … Read more
Imagine, if you will, your first trip adventuring in the Sierra Nevada mountains. It’s the first time you’ve strapped on a backpack, and the first time you’ve dared to enter the mountains with the intent not to return home that night. You leave your friends and family behind, as well as your phone, and meet … Read more
The Tahoe Rim trail Association Invites Public To Informative Q&A Session on How to Complete the Tahoe Rim Trail Updated Date of Event Reno Nv – The Tahoe Rim trail association will be holding a free event discussion on circumnavigating the Tahoe Rim Trail. Join the conversation panel of expert guides to discuss resources and … Read more
How Community Collaboration is Impacting Youth Around the Tahoe Rim. Stateline, NV – The Tahoe Rim Trail Association (TRTA), known for its expertise in building and maintaining 200 miles of Tahoe trail bliss, doubles as a leader in facilitating outdoor experiences to youth through the Youth Backcountry Camp (YBCC) Program. This program, featuring multi-day youth backpacking trips … Read more
South Lake Tahoe, June 8, 2022 – Eat, drink, and support Tahoe trails! The Tahoe Rim Trail Association (TRTA) has partnered with AleWorXto host a summer shindig to launch this upcoming season of trail work and advocacy. AleWorX is donating all food and drink profits from the day to support the Tahoe Rim Trail. Enjoy … Read more
30th Annual event to Leave the Trail and the Outdoor Community Better Than Ever Silver Spring, MD/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – This Saturday–June 4–millions of people in every state will hit the trail to celebrate the 30th annual American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day®. This year’s celebration is about coming together to make the trails and the outdoor community better … Read more
Is this your year to hike the rim? TRT begins accepting applications Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at 10 AM PST. Lake Tahoe, March 9, 2022 – The Tahoe Rim Trail is a 165 mile loop around the mountain rim of Lake Tahoe. It travels through lush forest, wild wilderness landscapes and provides hikers incredible views … Read more
Programs designed to create new opportunities to educate visitors, encourage environmental stewardship and promote responsible recreation TAHOE CITY, Calif. (June 29, 2021) – Last summer, the Lake Tahoe Basin, Truckee and surrounding mountain communities saw a dramatic increase in visitation as travelers sought out the great outdoors. While the mountains provided a much needed respite, it … Read more
Best Places to Enjoy winter on the Tahoe Rim Trail The Tahoe rim trail is one of the most popular summer destinations for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts in the Tahoe basin. But come winter the trail give easy access to some of the best Snowshoe / Cross country experiences in the Tahoe basin making it … Read more
Carson Valley, NV Sept 2019- The Douglas County Park and Rec Department and Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is inviting the public to the Grand Opening of the new and improved North Kingsbury Trailhead Thursday September 19th at 11 am. The North Kingsbury Trailhead located at 476 Andria Drive, off Kingsbury Grade South Lake Tahoe, … Read more
Celebrating mountain bikes, mountain communities, live music, and good friends January 3, 2019 – New Years Day brings new resolutions and a fresh start, and for mountain bikers looking for a good time, the opening day of registration for the 2019 Epic Rides Off-Road Series. Epic Rides, and apparently the nations mountain bike community, are … Read more
IMPROVED USER EXPERIENCE EXPECTED WITH PCT/TRT TAIL REROUTE NEAR ECHO SUMMIT Sierra Rec Magazine- December 7. 2017 – Tahoe Rim Trail / Lake Tahoe – Often when we think about our weekend adventures on the Tahoe Rim Trail we think of the amazing vista views of Lake Tahoe or maybe our favorite backcountry lake to … Read more
Spooner to Marlette via North Canyon Rd in Winter A Guest Post by Paul Cain, Director of Lifepoint Expeditions The day after Christmas 2016 in the Sierra’s above Lake Tahoe was epic. I arrived at Spooner Lake around 10:30,am with the objective to snowshoe up toward Marlette Lake, then create some fresh backcountry tracks on … Read more
Snowshoeing Adventure at Spooner Lake in Lake Tahoe Stir crazy would be an appropriate word to use for me this week. Many hours at the computer working on our plans for 2017 and finalizing Christmas details and notes. So today when I awoke to snow falling from the sky, I just had to go, get some … Read more
A Great Day hike in South Tahoe to Castle Rock Location: Tahoe Rim Trail. South Lake Tahoe, The Brautovich TrailheadDestination: Castle RockDistance: 4 mile loop in and out. This hike is for everyone. Has mild elevation gains and some Rock path areas that can be little difficult, but I saw several kids in the complete this … Read more
