Tahoe Pyramid Trail: A California 89 Bike Guide

Start with the place

The Tahoe Pyramid Trail follows the Truckee River corridor and is being built to connect Lake Tahoe to Pyramid Lake. Near Truckee, the route uses a mix of dirt, paved path, bridges, and river-side sections.

This is less of a single trailhead ride and more of a choose-your-section kind of day. The location changes as you move downriver through Truckee, Floriston, Verdi, and beyond, so choose the piece that fits your group before you leave home.

Before you roll

• Area: Truckee River Corridor.
• Level: Moderate, by section.
• Ride style: Point-to-point or short section ride.
• Access: Truckee, Floriston, Mystic Road, Quilici Ranch Road, or Crystal Peak Park.
• Best for: Riders who like mixed dirt, path, river views, and planning.
• Bring: A section map and a clear start and finish plan.

How the ride feels

The Tahoe Pyramid Trail is best approached in pieces. Pick a section, know where you are starting and finishing, and let the river shape the day.

Expect a mix of fire road, paved path, dirt trail, bridges, wood walkways, and Truckee River views. The ride changes by section, so planning matters.

Finding your way

Pick one section before you leave home. Know your start and your finish.

From Truckee, the route starts on fire road, crosses the river, uses path, and then shifts to dirt. The Floriston wood walk can be slick when wet, so slow down there.

A point-to-point ride needs a shuttle, pickup, or return plan. Do not leave that decision for the end.

Who this ride is for

This ride is a good fit for riders who like a route with options.

Families may like the easier path sections. Strong riders can link more parts for a bigger Truckee River day.

Keep it local

Keep the California 89 Bike Cards nearby when you are piecing together sections and choosing the right ride for the group.

California 89 has what you need for mixed days: trail, path, river, town, and whatever comes after.