The first 9.5 miles of this track is mostly downhill, some shade, and some good scenery opening up later in the track. And depending on how you structure it, maybe virtually no climb at all! This extends the ride to 25 miles (no big deal on a bike), but it's less climbing in terms of both the amount of miles you climb and the elevation gain. I decided to do it differently and start at Tahoe Meadows via shuttle from Tunnel Creek Cafe. Not technical enough for the experienced riders, too punishing for everyone else, and not that particularly scenic. That's the shortest route, but the first part involves a brutal 4-mile, 1000 ft climb which no one seems to enjoy. Most people do the 14-mile version of this ride starting at Spooner Lake, past Marlette Lake, on through the Flume itself, and down Tunnel Creek Rd, after which they get a shuttle back to Spooner Lake. The ride delivers scenery in spades, and just enough steep dropoffs to make you feel like you're living dangerously. I'll say more later about the secret way to avoid the brutal climb.įor now let me just say that this may be the most spectacular ride you'll ever do. I'm in reasonably good bike-riding shape, but this was literally my second single-track mountain biking experience, so that's the perspective I'm writing from. For some people it is, but for me I just wanted a great ride with spectacular scenery. Oh yes, everyone (including me) is doing this ride the wrong way, unless of course punishment is part of the goal. If you land anywhere on the site except the gateway page look in the footer for a link labeled "Trail info." Depending upon where you land on the site it can be quite difficult to find descriptions of the routes. My only suggestion would be for Flume Trail Bikes to improve the navigation on its web site. Beautiful flowy trails through large granite bolders with views of Lake Tahoe and to the east. We enjoyed the Flume ride so much that we also did the Tahoe Rim and the Tahoe Rim/Flume Trail rides. Recommned downloading the TrailForks app prior to the ride. There is also a four mile climb from the drop-off point so riders should be in reasonable shape. There is quite a bit of exposure in several spots (if you slipped off the left side of trail you would be seriously injured or killed) so would not recommed for beginner mtn. The views from the Flume trail are spectacular.
BASS LAKE FLUME TRAIL DRIVER
Driver was friendly and gave us a few navigation tips at the drop-off.
Purchased tickets online and caught the shuttle at the scheduled time. There’s bridges, small waterfalls, and lush green forest! What more could you want in a trail?! While in the area, be sure to check out the Lower Flume trail which can be found by crossing under the bridge towards the river.Our party of six (ages 55-67) rode the Flume Trail Shuttle to get to the start of the Flume trail and had a wonderful day enjoying spectacular views of Lake Tahoe. This trail is great for the whole family. There are also five unique bridges and the impressive Bear Creek Falls on this scenic and interesting route. There are a couple of mini loops on this trail so choose to either stick to the right every time or to the left. From here, follow the trail into the forest. There’s lots of interesting historic information on the log flumes on this display. You should see the trail sign and flume display at the beginning of the trail. Park in the aforementioned parking area, and walk back towards the information board as the start of the trail is near there. The parking area is just across the bridge on your left. At this point you should cross a small bridge over Bear creek. Continue for about 3.5km and then turn left onto Holding Rd. Just past Chase turn right onto Squilax-Anglemont Rd and head over the bridge. Head East along the Trans-Canada Hwy. Continue on the highway for about 65kms. To get there: This hike is about an hour’s drive from Kamloops. Highlight: The creek, bridges and a waterfall or two! Trail: Single track through the forest and over bridges
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