Mount Rose Summit - Hiking
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Hikers are rewarder with panoramic views of Lake Tahoe from the summit.
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Human and furry friends can all make the trek to the summit of Mount Rose.
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Even during drought years, Galena Falls provides a refreshing rest stop.
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Summary
Mount Rose is the second highest peak in the Lake Tahoe basin. This tough but rewarding hike is one of the most scenic in the region.
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Distance
10.4 miles
This is a 10.4 mile round trip hike with approximately 1,800 feet of elevation gain.
Destination Distance From Downtown
16.6 miles
Difficulty
4 of 5 diamonds
This 10.4 mile hike gains approximately 1,800' of elevation and traverses through hot, sun-exposed conditions.
Time To Complete
6 hours
Assuming a two mile-per-hour pace and adding an extra half hour for every thousand feet of gain, the Mount Rose Summit hike takes approximately 6 hours round trip.
Seasonality
Spring, Summer, and Fall
This can be a crowded trail on weekends. The best bet for low crowds is a mid-week summit attempt.
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