Tahoe City – Truckee River Trail loop from Bermgarten Parking

Tahoe City – Truckee River Trail loop from Bermgarten Parking

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Tahoe City – Truckee River Trail loop from Bermgarten Parking

02:38

60.6km

450m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 54.2 km for 163 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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20.5 km

Truckee River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Truckee River Trail is a paved, multiuse trail that runs between Tahoe City and Olympic Valley. The path follows the river which gives the trail its name, so there are great views of the water. The path is also popular with walkers and cyclists, so make sure to look out for other trail users.

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26.4 km

Truckee River

Highlight • River

The Tahoe Rim Trail crosses the 121-mile-long Truckee River. Stare down into the crystal clear, cold water. Truckee River is the only outlet of Lake Tahoe, and it empties into Pyramid Lake, creating an Truckee River is the only outlet of Lake Tahoe and it empties into Pyramid Lake creating an endorheic (closed) basin. (closed) basin.

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27.1 km

Tahoe City

Highlight • Settlement

Tahoe City is a charming little town located on the shores of Lake Tahoe. It is the starting point for many outdoor activities. There you will find shops, cafes and restaurants, as well as a store specializing in sports and camping equipment.

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29.1 km

Truckee River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Historic Truckee River Bike Path is a popular ride for individuals and families alike. Flat and well paved the main obstacles will be other trail users. This path provides easy access to the Truckee River as well as connections to many other trails in the area.

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39.7 km

Pole Creek Road Trailhead -- Tahoe River Rd

Highlight • Trail

Small trailhead area with very limited parking at the new, paved forest service road, closed to vehicles. The old road is now just a narrow single track trail on the North side of Pole Creek. Both meet at the bridge across Pole Creek about halfway up the hill and continue past Bradley Hut and Tinker Knob to the Pacific Crest Trail.

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53.9 km

Bridge Street Bridge Over the Truckee River

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Connecting the Truckee River Legacy Trail and downtown Truckee, the bridge crosses the river and leads you to great cafés like Dark Horse Coffee Roasters. In the other direction, it takes you to Truckee River Regional Park.

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54.3 km

Truckee Downtown

Highlight • Settlement

Truckee Downtown has lots of character, bars, restaurants and a bus station. If you want to stay in Truckee, this is also the location to go. The post office is just around the corner. Since bear canisters are required now in the Desolation Wilderness, this will be your first option to send it back again.

The trolley system will take you to the grocery shopping district for free.

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