Travel: Downieville & Donner

Many flock to Lake Tahoe when heading to the Sierras in North California. But close by there’s some great spots where mainly locals go to hang out.

Hole-in-the-Ground

 

A great loop if you want a decent single track challenge. Dogs are ok and the trail is used by hikers and bikers as well as those on horseback.

Hiking - Moderate

Biking - Moderate/Difficult

Road is well traveled with a few spots high clearance really helps.

Castle Peak in the background

Hole in the Ground Trail (Counter Clockwise)

Lower Lola Montez Lake

Most 2WD vans can make it to the meadow. Great spot to stage a hike or bike on the East side.

The road is well traveled, but at a certain point you will need 4WD If you want to continue higher up.

A lot of people bring dogs and pick up their waste, trouble is many leave the waste bags on the trail. Pack it out folks!

Brand new tire and replaced lost spoke… thanks Backcountry Tahoe!!