At 10,776 feet, Mt. Rose is the second tallest peak in the Tahoe Basin and part of the stunning Lake Tahoe skyline. The Mt. Rose Trail is a relatively strenuous 10.4-mile round-trip hike to the Mt. Rose summit that is perfect for peak-baggers; however, wildflower enthusiasts and photographers will love this breathtaking wildflower trail as well. Take a look.
Beginning from the well-designed Mt. Rose Trailhead, the trail follows the Tahoe Rim Trail as it briefly climbs about 300 feet before reaching a stunning waterfall.
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The well-maintained and smoothly graded trail is perfect for all ages and for well-behaved and controlled pets.
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Like this guy who appears to be a wildflower enthusiast.
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The first rest stop is at Galena Falls, about 2.5 miles into the hike. At this point, avid hikers may choose to continue to the summit while others may prefer to take in the picturesque scenery before turning back.
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After passing the falls, hikers are rewarded with a beautifully pristine alpine meadow often bursting with gorgeous wildflowers. Soon thereafter, however, the hike becomes strenuous as hikers trek toward the summit, and there is oftentimes snow at the higher elevations year-round.
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A variety of beautiful wildflowers decorate the trail near the waterfall.
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Have you seen anything more picturesque?
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Vibrant purple blooms are everywhere.
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As well as stunning pink ones like the the beautiful Vicia Americana that is prolific along the Mt. Rose Trail.
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The cascading waterfall creates the stream that feeds the prolific wildflowers.
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If you are a wildflower fan, you won’t find much more scenic in Nevada than the Mt. Rose trail near Lake Tahoe.
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The Mt. Rose Summit Trailhead is located on Nevada Highway 431 approximately eight miles east of Incline Village. While there are no user fees, please observe the “leave no trace” principle to keep the area pristine for others.
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Have you had the pleasure of hiking this breathtaking wildflower trail during the summer? Please share your comments and photos (if any) below.
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