Hawkins Peak Road

Total Miles
3.2

Elevation

2,938.45 ft

Duration

Technical Rating

Easy

Best Time

Summer, Fall

Trail Overview

Hawkins Peak Road begins as a gradual accent and is typically one vehicle wide with places to pass on this double track dirt trail. The trail gradually ascends from an elevation of 7,057 feet to 9,689 feet. There are no water crossings on this trail. Snow can be found on the East hill side of Hawkins peak as late in the season as in July. This double track trail is suited for off highway and 4WD high clearance vehicles. Not recommended for 2WD or AWD cars.

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Difficulty

Trail is unmaintained after rain or snow. The road is double track single vehicle width. A few tall stones and obstacles under 6" can be easily avoided. Ninety (90%) of the trail is easy but there are few minor eroded and rocky obstacles to navigate.

Technical Rating

Status Reports

This was an incredibly easy and scenic drive. Did it in a mostly stock GX460 with All-terrains. The track needs to be updated to show the correct route right at the top, just near that large structure. You want to stay towards the front of it, not the back. Some sharp rocks need to be paid attention to - tire placement. Lots of loose stuff. Had the truck in 4L for a bit but, like I said, it was easy. See photo for corrected route (blue dots are where you want to go, red dot is one you definitely want to avoid... Make sure you stay left at the junction)

We cleared the tree. Your welcome ;)

Very scenic. Large downed tree made trail impassable near peak. Pistol Point Trail open.

Access Description

This trailhead is accessed from HWY 89 and Hwy 88, in Alpine County approximately 15 miles south of South Lake Tahoe Airport. This is a fun trail in dry weather. It starts 5 miles south of the HWY 88 at the intersection of Burnside Lake Road and Hawkins Peak Road. This trail is closed during winter due to snow pack and locked USFS gate. Some cell service was available on the T-Mobile network at the top of the mountain. Food, gas and lodging are available in South Lake Tahoe, California. Food and lodging are also available in Hope Valley, CA.

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