Pyramid Creek Trailhead
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October 27th, 2026
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Access point for the Desolation wilderness and to the popular Horsetail Falls. Day use and overnight permits required for entrance to the Desolation Wilderness. A fee is charged. 41 miles east of Placerville on the north side of Highway 50.
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GPS 38.81169, -120.12364
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Nearby places
- Ralston Peak Trailhead Trailhead 0.6 mi
- Lovers Leap Campground Campground (Free Public) 1.3 mi
- China Flat Recreation Area Day Use Campground (Paid Public) 1.3 mi
- Lovers Leap Recreation Area Day Use Campground (Paid Public) 1.3 mi
- Sierra At Tahoe Campground (Free Public) 2.4 mi
- Echo Lakes Trailhead Hiking Trail 4.6 mi
- Adventure Mountain Lake Tahoe Campground (Free Public) 4.9 mi
- Glen Alpine Trailhead Hiking Trail 5.1 mi
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