Pyramid Peak

Pyramid Peak is one of the Tahoe Sierra's toughest hikes, no matter how you slice it. There are three main trails to reach. Rocky Canyon, which sports a 4,100' vertical gain (highest in Tahoe region); Lyon Creek Trail, which exchanges 800' vertical for an additonal 2.5-3 miles; Horsetail Falls, which is between the two in terms of distance and vertical gain, but much tougher than either. While the peak itself is nothing more than a giant pile of boulders, the hike in from any direction is beautiful. The views from the top are stunning in every direction.