The Tahoe Rim Trail Association is putting on the following free public guided hikes.

Online registration is now required for all TRTA programs. For more information call (775) 298.0012 or email programs@tahoerimtrail.org.

Aug. 6 – Vistas, Lakes and Wildflowers Hiking Series – “Cinder Cone” Join experienced TRT Guides on this moderately challenging hike from Tahoe City north to the Cinder Cone Overlook. There will be plenty of breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe, Squaw Valley and the Truckee River Canyon on this hike. This 8-mile hike is for experienced hikers, who can comfortably hike 6–8 miles. Meet at the Tahoe City South Trailhead at 8am.

Aug. 10 – Wednesday Wildflower Walk – Join us for this easy walk along the eastern side of Tamarack Peak toward Galena Falls. Well known for its natural beauty and abundance of wildflowers, this site offers great vistas of Washoe Valley and plenty of photo opportunities. This hike begins at 10am at the Mt. Rose Trailhead.

Aug. 13 – Vistas, Lakes and Wildflowers Hiking Series – “Martis Peak to Mt. Baldy” Join experienced TRT guides on this short, 6 mile, yet challenging hike from the Martis Peak Road (16N92) where the TRT intersects to Mt. Baldy. This hike will enjoy 360 degree panorama views from the Martis Peak Lookout. Participants will be led over 9,000 feet in elevation to Mt. Baldy for more incredible vistas. We will meet at 8am at the end of the road to Martis Peak.

Aug. 17 – Wednesday Wildflower Walk – Join us for this easy walk along the eastern side of Tamarack Peak toward Galena Falls. Well known for its natural beauty and abundance of wildflowers, this site offers great vistas of Washoe Valley and plenty of photo opportunities. This hike begins at 10am at the Mt. Rose Trailhead.

Aug. 20 – Vistas, Lakes and Wildflowers Hiking Series – “Galena Falls” Join us for this easy walk along the eastern side of Tamarack Peak towards Galena Falls. Well known for its natural beauty and abundance of wildflowers, this site offers great vistas of Washoe Valley and plenty of photo opportunities. The hike will continue above Galena Falls to a wildflower strewn meadow and back down a USFS Road. This 6.5 mile hike begins at 8am at the Mt. Rose Trailhead.

Aug. 27 – Birds, Views and Falls – The Tahoe Institute for Natural Science, the Tahoe Rim Trail Association, and the Lahontan Audubon Society are sponsoring this moderately difficult hike (6.5 miles) from the Mount Rose Trailhead to Galena Falls in search of late summer birds and spectacular scenery. We will take our time to enjoy the birds and soak in great views before arriving at Galena Falls and the surrounding alpine meadows. Possible avian participants are Green-tailed Towhee, Clark’s Nutcracker, Mountain Bluebird, and MacGillivray’s Warbler. Bring water, sunscreen, and a sack lunch, as we will have lunch on the trail. This hike will begin at 7am at the Mount Rose Trailhead.