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Horsetail Falls, CA

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Difficulty 1.5 of 5
Distance Round Trip 3 miles
Trailhead Elevation 6,117 feet
Elevation Gain 500 feet
Kokopelli Seeds 5.5
 Interest Seasonal Waterfall, Perennial Waterfall, Seasonal Creek & Perennial Creek
 Dogs not allowed
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8  2025-08-22
Pyramid Peak - Desolation
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Ralston Peak
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29  2018-06-29
Horsetail Falls - Pyramid Peak
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85  2018-06-28
Desolation Wilderness
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Expand MapOverview: Hike into the Desolation Wilderness and view the spectacular Horsetail Falls.

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    WARNING! Hiking and outdoor related sports can be dangerous. Be responsible and prepare for the trip. Study the area you are entering and plan accordingly. Dress for the current and unexpected weather changes. Take plenty of water. Never go alone. Make an itinerary with your plan(s), route(s), destination(s) and expected return time. Give your itinerary to trusted family and/or friends.

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    U.S. Highway 50, 15 miles west of South Lake Tahoe at Twin Bridges, California
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