Marlette Lake
- Spooner Lake Trailhead, CA
Infrastructure Improvements Underway at Spooner Lake State Park
The Nevada Division of State Parks is undertaking an important infrastructure project to enhance the long-term safety and sustainability of the Marlette Dam. As part of this effort, select backcountry trails within Spooner Lake State Park will be temporarily closed beginning March 31, 2025, through 2026. Trails leading to and surrounding the area will be closed to the public. To complete these vital upgrades, Marlette Lake will be drained and temporarily closed to visitors. While this means limited access in the short term, the result will be a safer, more resilient natural area for generations to enjoy, with many scenic trails and activities available to explore in the meantime. View the full list of trail closures, including Marlette Lake Trail, Marlette Creek Trail, Marlette Dam Road, and Marlette Lake Road.
About
Distance: 5
Difficulty: Moderate
Trailhead: Take Hwy 28 to just Northwest of the Hwy 50 junction and park at the Spooner Lake Trailhead, located in Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park. There is a parking fee.
Description: This uphill hike leads you through the aspen-lined North Canyon to Marlette Lake Dam. Marlette Lake is a fishing hatchery, therefore no fishing is allowed. Dogs are allowed only on leash.