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Tahoe Meadows Interpretive Trail

The Tahoe Meadows Interpretive Trail is an approximately 1.3 mile non-motorized loop trail that starts and ends at the Tahoe Meadows Trailhead. This is a popular easy, accessible trail that circles meadow areas. Interpretive signs are available along the trail providing conservation education information on topics including plants, animals, water, fire ecology, and cultural resources.

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

21062

Trail Type

Standard/Terra Trail — A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of the ground and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.

General Information

  • No motorized use permitted on this trail.

Carson Ranger District Office

Address: 1536 South Carson Street, Carson City, NV 89801
Phone: 775-882-2766
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PST (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Trailhead/Starting Points

This trail starts at the Tahoe Meadows Trailhead.

Parking

Parking is available at the Tahoe Meadows Trailhead.

Directions

From I-580 and NV-431 (Mt. Rose Hwy) in Reno, Nevada, travel 16 miles west on NV-431 to the trailhead parking area, located on your left before you reach the open meadows.

Additional Information

Operated By

USDA Forest Service, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Carson Ranger District

Tahoe Rim Trail Association

Recreation Opportunities

Hiking Hiking Biking Biking
Outdoor Science and Learning Outdoor Science and Learning
Winter Sports Winter Sports

Interpretive Areas/ExhibitsInterpretive Areas/Exhibits
Viewing SceneryViewing Scenery
Viewing PlantsViewing Plants
Viewing WildlifeViewing Wildlife

Last updated August 5, 2025