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The primary loop for the Tahoe Donner area, up to Hawks Peak and down Mother Lode and True Grit to the Adventure Center


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6.4

Miles

10.3

KM

60%

Singletrack

7,705' 2,349 m

High

6,630' 2,021 m

Low

1,082' 330 m

Up

1,081' 330 m

Down

6%

Avg Grade (4°)

18%

Max Grade (10°)
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Dogs Off-leash

E-Bikes Allowed

Features Downhill · Flow

Overview

Easy fire roads take you to Hawks Peak for big panoramic views, followed by ever easier and more flowy descending down Mother Lode and True Grit to the adventure center.

Description

Begin your ride up Cinnamon Twist followed by the easy fire roads of Sundance up to Hawks Peak. From this panorama atop a volcanic plug, descend down Mother Lode to True Grit all the way back to the adventure center. This route is the most classic loop for the Tahoe Donner region and frequented by locals and visitors alike.

Contacts

Land Manager: Tahoe Donner Association

Shared By:

Dillon Osleger

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in Tahoe Donner

#3273

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#4

in Tahoe Donner

#392

in California

#3,273

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Pups allowed and frequent.
Nov 24, 2024 near Truckee, CA
Down true grit.
Nov 24, 2024 near Truckee, CA

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