Azalea and Flora Lake: Enjoy this hike through the forests and granite slabs of Donner Summit as we hike to two alpine lakes.

• Meeting location: Donner Summit Sno-Park (19455 Bunny Hill Dr, Soda Springs 95728)
• Trip Length: 3 miles
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Elevation gain: 217 ft
• Accessibility:
  • Parking: Large, paved lot with 1 accessible van spot.
  • Restrooms: Two pit toilet restrooms
  • Water on site: none
  • Sun exposure: 50% sun, 50% shade
  • Terrain:
    • Surface material: packed dirt, granite rocks, some tree roots
    • Width: 1.5 – 4 feet
    • Condition: maintained
  • GRIT chair accessible: No
  • Potential obstacles/hazards: Large tree roots and rocks in path. Some granite steps and fallen trees throughout hike. On-leash dogs are allowed on this trail.

BLACKWOOD CREEK TRAIL LOOP: Enjoy the nature of the West Shore as you find a hidden gnome village.

• MEETING LOCATION:  Alongside road at the end of Grand Ave and Alpine Intersection ( Alpine Ave, Homewood, CA 96141)
• Trip Length: 2.1 - 3.1 miles
• Difficulty: easy
• Elevation gain: 173 ft
• Accessibility:
  • Parking: Side of road, no marked spots
  • Restrooms: none
  • Water on site: none
  • Sun Exposure: 80% shade, 20% sun
  • Terrain:
    • Surface material: packed dirt, not-packed dirt
    • Width: 5 – 3 feet
    • Condition: somewhat maintained
  • GRIT chair accessible: no
  • Potential obstacles/hazards: Trail crosses fallen trees and a marshy area in one section. Mountain bikers, hikers, and on-leash dogs share this trail.

CHINA COVE TRAIL LOOP: Come experience the beauty of Donner Lake as you hike towards China Cove.

• MEETING LOCATION:  Donner Memorial Park   (12849 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee, CA 96161)
• TRIP LENGTH: 3.3 miles
• DIFFICULTY: Easy
• ELEVATION GAIN: 82 ft
• ACCESSIBILITY:
  • Parking: $10 parking fee unless you park along the road (paved spots with a large shoulder) unless you park along the road and walk in. Accessible parking spots available at Donner Memorial State Park.
  • Restrooms: Porta Potties .2 miles into hike (2 accessible, 7 standard). More porta potties and pit toilet restrooms along the trail.
  • Water on site: none
  • Sun Exposure: 50% shade, 50% sun
  • Terrain:
    • Surface material: packed dirt, aggregate
    • Width: 4 – 8 feet
    • Condition: Well maintained
  • GRIT chair accessible: yes
  • Potential obstacles/hazards: On-leash dogs allowed on trail. Heavily used trail with some mountain bikers. A portion of this trail goes through a campground.

DOLLAR CREEK TRAIL: Experience a lovely walk through the woods with possible glimpse of Lake Tahoe.

• MEETING LOCATION: Dollar Creek Trailhead, Parking lot across from 7-11  (State Hwy 28, Tahoe City, CA 96145)
• TRIP LENGTH: 4.2 miles out and back
• DIFFICULTY: Easy
• Elevation gain: 311 ft
• Accessibility:
  • Parking: small, paved parking lot with one accessible spot.
  • Restrooms: one standard porta potty
  • Water on site: none
  • Sun Exposure: 50% shade, 50% sun
  • Terrain:
    • Surface material: pavement
    • Width: 8 feet
    • Condition: well maintained
  • GRIT chair accessible: yes: easy with some moderate/steeper hills
  • Potential obstacles/hazards: Trail is shared with mountain bikers, runners, and on-leash dogs.

DONNER SUMMIT CANYON: Wander through the woods for views of Donner Lake

• MEETING LOCATION:   Donner Summit Canyon Trailhead (16395 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee, CA 96161)
• Trip Length: 2.6 - 3.6 miles
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Elevation gain: 279 – 557 ft
• Accessibility:
  • Parking: Small, dirt parking lot with no marked spots
  • Restrooms: none
  • Water: none
  • Sun Exposure: 75% shade, 25% sun
  • Terrain:
    • Surface material: packed dirt, aggregate, rocks
    • Width: 2 – 6 feet
    • Condition: somewhat maintained
  • GRIT chair accessible: no
  • Potential obstacles/hazards: large rocks and fallen trees in path. 4 steps at the bottom of the hill leading from parking lot to trail.

EAST SHORE TRAIL: Enjoy stunning views of Lake Tahoe as you hike along this paved trail.

• MEETING LOCATION:  Trailhead at Tunnel Creek (1102 Tahoe Blvd, Incline Village, NV 89451)
• TRIP LENGTH:  1 - 5.2 miles
• Difficulty: easy
• Elevation gain: 144 ft
• Accessibility:
  • Parking: large, paved parking lot with 4 accessible parking spots. Parking is $3-4/hour (depending on time of day). Free parking is available on the side of HWY 28 north of the paid parking area.
  • Restrooms: One accessible porta potty, one standard porta potty
  • Water on site: yes
  • Sun Exposure: 5% shade, 95% sun
  • Terrain:
    • Surface material: pavement
    • Width: 6 – 8 feet
    • Condition: well maintained
  • GRIT chair accessible: yes: moderate
  • Potential obstacles/hazards: Heavily used trail for bike riders, hikers, beachgoers, and on-leash dogs. There is minimal shade on this hike. There is one steep hill at the beginning of the trail.

ELIZABETHTOWN MEADOWS TRAIL: Come enjoy the solitude of a meadow hike starting at Northstar.

• MEETING LOCATION:   Northstar Castle Peak Parking lot
• Trip Length: 1 - 5 miles
• Difficulty: moderate
• Elevation gain: 410 ft
• Accessibility:
  • Parking: large, paved parking lot, 1 accessible van parking spot.
  • Restrooms: none (closed during summer)
  • Water on site: none
  • Sun Exposure: 55% shade, 45% sun
  • Terrain:
    • Surface material: packed dirt, aggregate, wooden bridges, large rocks
    • Width: 2-3 feet
    • Condition: maintained for mountain bikers
  • GRIT chair accessible: no
  • Potential obstacles/hazards: uneven terrain, popular mountain biking trail, dogs allowed on leash.

OLYMPIC VALLEY TRAIL: Enjoy striking views of Olympic Valley at Palisades Tahoe and the Olympic Valley meadow while walking this gentle paved path.

• MEETING LOCATION:  Olympic Valley Park (101 Olympic Valley Rd, Olympic Valley, CA 96146)
• TRIP LENGTH:  1 - 4.2 miles
• DIFFICULTY:  Easy
• ELEVATION GAIN:  112 ft
• ACCESSIBILITY:
  • Parking: Large, paved parking lot. 4 accessible parking spots.
  • Restrooms: Two accessible pit toilets.
  • Water on site: Yes
  • Sun Exposure: 10% shade, 90% sun
  • Terrain:
    • Surface material: pavement
    • Width: 8 feet
    • Condition: smooth until entering Palisades parking lot, which is cracked and bumpy.
  • GRIT chair accessible: yes: easy
  • Potential obstacles/hazards: Steep hill at beginning of hike, heavily populated trail with hikers, bike riders, and on-leash dogs. There is little shade on this hike.

RIDGELINE NATURE LOOP: Come experience views of Truckee on this accessible trail.

• MEETING LOCATION: Sawtooth Trailhead ( 11614-, 11632 06 Fire Rd, Truckee, CA 96161)
• Trip Length: 1.3 miles
• Difficulty: easy
• Elevation gain: 46 ft
• Accessibility:
  • Parking: Paved and dirt parking lots. No designated accessible parking spots.
  • Restrooms: Two pit toilet restrooms
  • Water on site: none
  • Sun Exposure: 60% shade, 40% sun
  • Terrain:
    • Surface material: ¾” aggregate base
    • Width: 30” – 60”
    • Condition: well maintained
  • GRIT chair accessible: yes
  • Potential obstacles/hazards: popular mountain bike trail, dogs  

TAHOE CROSS COUNTRY SKI AREA: This vast network of trails offers numerous options for all abilities around scenic Dollar Creek. 

• MEETING LOCATION:  Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area (925 Country Club Dr, Tahoe City, CA 96145)
• TRIP LENGTH:  2 - 8 miles, depending on the group
• DIFFICULTY:  Easy
• Elevation gain: 100+ ft  
• Accessibility:
  • Parking: small, paved parking lot with two accessible parking spots
  • Restrooms: accessible restrooms
  • Water on site: yes
  • Sun Exposure: 20% shade, 80% sun
  • Terrain:
    • Surface material: packed dirt, aggregate
    • Width: 2 – 8 feet
    • Condition: well maintained
  • GRIT chair accessible: yes: easy
  • Potential obstacles/hazards: Trails are shared with mountain bikers and hikers. Single track trails may not be appropriate for those using mobility devices but dirt roads are accessible.

TAHOE DONNER TRAIL SYSTEM: Enjoy a hike through the wooded and wild terrain of the Tahoe Donner Trail System.

• MEETING LOCATION: Alder Creek Adventure Center (15275 Alder Creek Rd. Truckee, CA 96161)
• TRIP LENGTH: 2 - 6 miles
• DIFFICULTY: Easy
• Elevation gain: 416 + ft
• Accessibility:
  • Parking: medium, paved parking lot with two accessible parking spots
  • Restrooms: Stalled restrooms with one accessible stall available if the center is open.
  • Water on site: yes
  • Sun Exposure: 25% shade, 75% sun
  • Terrain:
    • Surface material: packed dirt
    • Width: 5 – 3 feet
    • Condition: well maintained
  • GRIT chair accessible: On some trails: moderate
  • Potential obstacles/hazards: Popular mountain biking trail, dogs allowed off-leash, steep hills in some sections.

TRUCKEE RIVER LEGACY TRAIL: This trail offers a great way to explore the Truckee River on a paved path.

• MEETING LOCATION:  Riverview Sports Park (12200 Joerger Dr, Truckee, CA 96161)
• Trip Length: 1 to 9.6 miles
• Difficulty: easy
• Elevation gain: 472 ft
• Accessibility:
  • Parking: Medium, paved parking lot with 3 accessible van parking spots
  • Restrooms: 4 accessible restrooms
  • Water on site: yes
  • Sun Exposure: 25% shade, 75% sun
  • Terrain:
    • Surface material: pavement
    • Width: 8 feet
    • Condition: well maintained
  • GRIT chair accessible: yes: easy
  • Potential obstacles/hazards: popular trail shared by bike riders, hikers, and on-leash dogs.

Ward Creek Trail: Enjoy a hike through redwoods and pine trees on this west shore hike.

• Meeting Location: Rideout Community Center (740 Timberland Ln. Tahoe City, CA 96145)
• Trip Length: 2.8 miles
• Difficulty: Easy
• Elevation gain: 262 ft
• Accessibility:
  • Parking: small, paved parking lot with 2 accessible van spots
  • Restrooms: none
  • Water on site: yes
  • Sun Exposure: 65% shade, 35% sun
  • Terrain:
    • Surface material: dirt, packed dirt, some rocks
    • Width: 5 – 4 feet
    • Condition: maintained
  • GRIT chair accessible: yes – moderate
  • Potential obstacles/hazards: Trail is shared by mountain bikers, hikers, on-leash dogs. Parts of trail have rocks and steeper sections of hill.

Watson Lake Walk: Enjoy a quiet hike high above Lake Tahoe with the opportunity to feed Chickadees.

• Meeting Location: Big Chief – South Trailhead via Carnelian Bay Ave (6VH3+6PV, Cedar Flat, CA 96140)
• Trip Length: 1.5 to 2 miles
• Difficulty: easy
• Elevation gain: 180 ft
• Accessibility:
  • Parking: Small, dirt lot with no marked spots or parking on side of road.
  • Restrooms: none
  • Water on site: none
  • Sun Exposure: 50% shade, 50% sun
  • Terrain:
    • Surface material: dirt, large rocks
    • Width: 2 feet
    • Condition: maintained but rocky
  • GRIT chair accessible: possible but hard
  • Potential obstacles/hazards: rocky, possible fallen trees, mountain bikers, on-leash dogs, and long secluded drive to trailhead.