The full Eastside alignment is a lot to take on at once. These segments break it into shorter sections, from day rides to multi-day loops, each with its own landscape and communities to explore. Select a segment below to learn what to expect, then follow the link to Ride with GPS for route details and navigation.

Westside trail segments

Eldorado, Alpine

South Lake Tahoe to Bear Valley

Segment 001 covers 59.7 miles from South Lake Tahoe to Bear Valley, with roughly 8,000 feet of climbing and 7,300 feet of descent along the way. About three quarters of the route, 45 miles, is unpaved, with 15 miles on pavement. The longest climb runs 9.4 miles and gains over 3,100 feet, and grades reach as steep as 14 percent. After the first major climb, the profile rolls rather than climbing steadily. Download the route file to ride it yourself.

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