The Sugar Pine Foundation (SPF) and the Tahoe Rim Trail Association (TRTA) have teamed up for a morning snowshoe trek to Echo Lake. This adventure will be a leisurely snowshoe from the Echo Lake Sno-Park (Johnson Pass Rd) to Lower Echo Lake (however, it could be more challenging if snow levels are deep). Along the way, our friends and experts at the Sugar Pine Foundation will reveal the mysterious world of trees in winter.

What to Expect

TRTA/SPF treks are group treks, and we do our best to keep the group together. Trip leaders dedicate a great deal of their time throughout the year, sharing their passion for the outdoors. They are well-trained and experienced. Please respect their decisions made on the trail.

Cost

Your $10 reservation fee is non-refundable. Each vehicle must arrive with a Sno-Park parking permit to park at the meeting location. You can purchase a $15-day permit or $40 season permit online here or at several Sno-Park permit vendors found here.

Difficulty

Moderate

Distance

3 miles roundtrip

Location

Echo Lake Sno-Park

Time

9:00 AM to ~12:00 PM

What to Bring

• Water (~one liter per person)
• Snacks
• Insulating clothes – we suggest a wicking layer to go against your skin
• Warm fleece-type layer
• Windbreaker/ warm jacket
• Waterproof pants
• Extra layers
• Winter hat and gloves
• Appropriate footwear
• Extra pair of dry socks
• Snowshoes (can be borrowed from TRTA)
• Trekking poles (can be borrowed from TRTA)
• Lip Balm (≥ SPF 15+)
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• Camera (optional)
• Personal Medications/Epi-Pen*

*Be sure to communicate any medical issues in a private conversation with your guides at the trailhead.