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The hike to Maggie's Peak begins by climbing through forest.

Views across Granite Lake en route to Maggie's Peak.

Views across Granite Lake en route to Maggie's Peak.

Maggie's Peak, overlooking Cascade Lake and South Lake Tahoe.

The trail to Emerald Point veers by historic Vikingsholm in Emerald Bay State Park.

The hike to Emerald Point is along a generally flat trail skirting the forested lakeshore.

Views of Emerald Bay along the hike to Emerald Point.

Standing at Emerald Point looking across the length of the bay.

Fall colors in South Lake Tahoe.

The Echo Lakes Trail follows along a portion of the Pacific Crest Trail.

The Echo Lakes Trail requires hikers to fill out a free Desolation Wilderness backcountry permit near the trailhead.

The trail overlooking Lower Echo Lake.

Scenic vistas over Echo Lakes.

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07/01/2014

Stairs help with the climb toward Eagle Lake.

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07/01/2014

Eagle Lake makes a great swimming spot on a hot day.

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07/01/2014

A granite peak towering above Eagle Lake.

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07/01/2014

The hike to Eagle Lake provides views of Emerald Bay and Lake Tahoe.

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06/29/2014

Climbing Tallac is one of South Lake Tahoe's most challenging climbs, but views from the top are unparalleled.

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06/29/2014

At 9,739 feet, Mount Tallac is one of the tallest peaks in the Tahoe basin.

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06/29/2014

The trail up Mount Tallac passes sweeping views over Gilmore Lake.

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06/29/2014

Panoramic views from the top of Mount Tallac.