Heath Falls Overlook Trail
Truckee, California
| Address: | Kidd Lakes Rd, Truckee, CA 96161, USA |
| GPS: |
39°18'5.5"N 120°26'7.8"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | California |
| Trail Length: | 5.00 miles |
| Hike Difficulty: | Advanced |
| Elevation Gain: | 1100 feet |
Hike and Swim
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https://www.ohranger.com/tahoe-natl-forest/poi/heath-falls-overlook-trailBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Truckee, California
- Head northwest toward Donner Pass Rd (66 ft)
- Turn left onto Donner Pass Rd (0.5 mi)
- At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit and stay on Donner Pass Rd (0.1 mi)
- Turn left to merge onto I-80 W toward Sacramento (11.7 mi)
- Take exit 174 toward Soda Springs/Norden (0.2 mi)
- Turn left onto Donner Pass Rd (0.8 mi)
- Turn right onto Soda Springs Rd (0.9 mi)
- Turn right onto Pahatsi Rd (0.4 mi)
- Continue onto Kidd Lakes Rd (3.8 mi)
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