TAHOE REGION —Tahoe National Forest’s Pines to Mines Trail will welcome equestrians, pedestrians, bicyclists and Class 1 e-bike users on the new 72-mile trail network. The trail’s development aims to increase national forest recreation access for multiple user groups and abilities while supporting local economic development. Pines to Mines will include approximately 50 miles of existing trail with 22 miles of new trail planned to begin construction this year.

“The Tahoe National Forest strives to offer diverse and accessible recreation opportunities for all ages and abilities,” said acting Tahoe National Forest Supervisor Matt Jedra. “Pines to Mines will be an asset to our region and we are happy to offer another recreation destination that not only promotes increased public access to our national forest, but also has the potential to support and grow our local economy.”

The trail will boast miles of stunning vistas and guide users past remote lakes, canyons and meadows. The Pines to Mines Trail will include one end of the trail at the existing Pioneer Trail in Nevada City, Calif. and the other at the east end of the Donner Lake Rim Trail in Truckee, Calif. There are several existing trailheads for entrance/exit along the planned 72-mile course with the potential for additional trailheads in the future if there is a need.

Tahoe National Forest incorporated public feedback into the project’s decision notice published March 14, 2024. To read the decision notice and Pines to Mines project documents visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/project/tahoe/?project=61221.