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 Flume Trail South from the Rock Slide.

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Parking is at Spooner Lake day use area in the Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park on Hwy 28 just north of the Hwy 50 junction on the East Shore. Follow signs to the trailhead via the North Canyon Rd.

The Flume Trail Mountain Bike Ride is a moderately difficult one way 14 mile ride at 7000′ to 8000′ feet in elevation with over a 1000′ of climbing in the first four miles and 4.5 miles of single track.

There are several mountain biking trails off the Flume Trail, but if you follow the Flume Trail its full length you will be rewarded with magnificent views of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding Sierra.

Take your chance to enjoy the mountains in a different way. Read more about the history of the Flume Trail and what to expect on your ride at Local Freshies.