The Tahoe-Pyramid Trail: Adventure for Hikers & Cyclists

General Trail Info & Overview Map:

The Tahoe-Pyramid Trail (abbreviated as ‘TPT’) is based on a vision for a trail that would follow the entire length of the Truckee River, from its source at forested Lake Tahoe (6225′) to the desert terminus of Pyramid Lake (3796′). The current route can be traveled by foot or by bicycle, and when fully completed, will descend over 2000 feet during the entire course of the 114-mile long trail, using a combination of existing dirt and paved roads, bike paths, historic roads, as well as many new sections of trail and connecting bridges. (Slideshow Images courtesy of Van Tucker and Michael Owens)

EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY:



Hikers & Cyclists need to use extreme caution, especially during weekdays, at the Floriston Trail area due to increased traffic of Large Dirt/Rock Hauling Trucks from CalTrans’ Hwy 80 area construction.

The Tahoe-Pyramid Trail has recently suffered the tragic loss

of a dear friend and avid trail enthusiast. James Michael Phillips (“Mike” to those who knew him), the loving husband of Janet Phillips, passed unexpectedly on May 20 after suffering an accidental head injury in his woodshop.



Known for his vast kindness and generosity, Mike was always ready to lend a hand for on-the-trail projects and provide financial patronage as well, including 17 years of unwavering support for Janet’s volunteer trail leadership and planning efforts.



He will be greatly missed by the entire Tahoe-Pyramid Trail family.



A memorial site has been set up for sharing memories and photos which you can view here >

https://www.forevermissed.com/mike-phillips/about James Michael Phillips 1943 – 2020

Preliminary Intermittent TRAIL CLOSURE NOTICE for FARAD trail area:



– Caltrans is scheduling work in Farad that will include “blasting”

– Blasting will close Hwy 80 and the Tahoe-Pyramid Trail on some Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 11am-1pm, maybe in May & likely in June.

– Final Dates TBD and will be announced as soon as we have the details

– The westbound Farad off-ramp AND westbound on-ramps are projected to be closed May to October 2020

– Plan your trail time with this in mind

As of March 23rd, 2020…



– Due to Covid-19 Concerns the Wadsworth to Pyramid Lake trail section is CLOSED until further notice.

– Further updates will be posted when available.

6 Trail Tips during COVID-19 (vetted by Truckee-Donner Recreation and Park District). Stay safe everyone and keep enjoying the trail!



– Yes, the Tahoe-Pyramid Trail is (mostly) open during the COVID-19 alert (Wadsworth to Pyramid Lake section is now closed)

– Yes, you should still keep your 6-foot distance from others (and stay home if you are sick!)

– Please avoid gathering in groups at the trailheads, viewpoints, etc.

– Please keep dogs on-leash and discourage others from petting them.

– Please use hand wipes or hand-sanitizer after touching handrails on the bridges and stairs

(these items are not available on the trail so please remember to carry your own)

– And please support your favorite local bike shop for repairs at this time.

Read the Current TPT Newsletter Here >

Read the Latest TPT Blogposts Here >

Hover over the map sections above for direct linking to each trail section page with more route details and mapping options.

View the UPDATED Tahoe-Pyramid Trail Map (PDF)

(includes the recently completed Hogback/Floriston Trail Section)

How to Find And Stay On the Tahoe-Pyramid Trail:

Learn about our “Trail Tools” which include:

On-The-Trail signs, informational trail kiosks, as well as our digital maps (PDFs, GPX files, RideWithGPS tracks, and Google Maps)

which are now available for all trail users. Learn More >