Tamarack Lakes Backpack
Moderate Soda Springs, CA 9.0
mi 2 days / 1 night
About This Route
Beginner-friendly overnight trip to the beautiful Tamarack Lakes basin in El Dorado National Forest. Perfect first backpack for scouts with straightforward trail and gorgeous alpine setting.
Distance
9.0 mi
Days
2 days
Elevation
1400 ft
Trip Planning
Duration
2 days / 1 night
Camping Style
Designated Sites
Water Availability
Tamarack Lakes are reliable all season. Upper lake dries to a trickle by September.
Route Information
Trail Type
Out and Back
Official Trail Website
No website linked yet
Permit Info
No permit required. Camping setback 100 ft from water per LNT guidelines.
Parking Info
Tamarack trailhead on Ice House Road off I-80. Small dirt pullout, 10-12 cars max.
Dog Friendly
Best Season
summer fall