Signal Lookout Trail
Tahoe National Forest, Nevada County, CA
Out-and-back trail in Tahoe National Forest, Nevada County, CA. Hiking, Horseback riding, Mountain biking, & Walking.
- Distance
- 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 427 ft (130 m)
- Est. Time
- 30 min
- High point
- 7,631 ft (2,326 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: CPRR Lookout 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Signal Lookout Trail
How long is Signal Lookout Trail?
Signal Lookout Trail is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) long. Most people take about 30 min. It climbs 427 ft (130 m) in total, up to a high point of 7,631 ft (2,326 m).
How hard is Signal Lookout Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Signal Lookout Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Signal Lookout Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Signal Lookout Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (22% under trees).
What can you do on Signal Lookout Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking, Walking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Signal Lookout Trail?
Subway, 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from the start.
Is this a good week for Signal Lookout Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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