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3.6 miles
Distance
1,401 ft
Climb
-194 ft
Descent
00:59:41
Avg time
1,206 ft
Altitude change
6,544 ft
Altitude min
7,846 ft
Altitude max
6,544 ft
Altitude start
7,749 ft
Altitude end
6.3%
Grade
-13.9%
Grade max
38.5%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
807 ft
Distance flat
00:59:41
Avg time
High Meadows Road Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- E-Bike
- Gravel Bike
- Adaptive Bike
- Horse
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaPowerline
South Lake Tahoe, California -
Ref Number12N21
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Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity80 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 75 in E-Biking
- 75 in Trail Running
- 45 in Hiking
- 5 in Horseback
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypeDirt/Gravel Road
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Bike TypeAM, XC, Adaptive MTB, Gravel
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DirectionBoth Directions[+]Popular Direction Shown
- Both Directions for Gravel Biking
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Climb DifficultyGreen
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Physical RatingHard
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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SeasonMay-November
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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Land OwnerUSFS Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
This forest access road is usually used by riders who want access to the Star Lake Trail without the bother of the technical uphill of Upper Cold Creek Trail. This road is very steep - shortly after the motor vehicle closure gate, the grade averages 15%+, with many short sections in excess of 25%.
Riding down this road is highly discouraged because the combination of the gravel surface, water bars, and steep incline makes it easy to lose control.
Access Info
From the end of High Meadow Road continue on the forest access road to High Meadow.
Disclaimer
Motorized vehicles, OHV, and eBikes are not allowed passed the parking area and gate.
Adaptive Bike Info
aMTB Green Rating: Beginner features and moderate terrain.
road climb up to a meadow, with steep sections.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 13 miles avg distance
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- Last: Jun 21, 2026
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Directions to high-meadows-road trailhead
(38.898030, -119.957610)
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Frequently Asked Questions About High Meadows Road
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Where is High Meadows Road located?
High Meadows Road is located in Powerline, South Lake Tahoe, California, United States. It is part of the Powerline trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 38.89803, -119.95761.
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What is the elevation gain for High Meadows Road?
High Meadows Road has 1,401 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 194 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 6,544 ft to 7,846 ft.
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Is High Meadows Road a point to point trail?
High Meadows Road is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
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How long is High Meadows Road?
High Meadows Road is 3.6 miles long. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
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