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The ultimate adventure guide
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2025
The trail begins behind a couple of unassuming barriers at the south end of Bellevue Avenue.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2025
The marsh runs alongside the neighborhood, with views stretching across the wetlands area that beginning right at the start of the trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2025
Much of the path is use trail throughout grass at the edge of the marsh in the South Lake Tahoe neighborhood.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2025
As much of the trail is affected by water levels, it can be muddy or even have makeshifts platforms to cross the water.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2025
Looking in the direction of Lake Tahoe from the Upper Truckee Marsh.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2025
Wild flowers grow along the wetlands area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2025
Upper Truckee Marsh area with amazing views of the Lake Tahoe region surroundings.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2025
Mountains peak out of the background along the walk.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2025
Sunset offers a scenic time to be on the trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2025
Following the Upper Truckee Marsh path toward the lake.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2025
The trail approaches the shores of Lake Tahoe.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2025
Hikers can further explore the sandy shore to find a peaceful spot on the lake.