Maggies Peaks

Maggies Peaks refers to a mountain in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, southwest of Lake Tahoe. There are two peaks on the mountain about 0.7 miles (1 km) apart. The northern peak has an elevation of about 8,499 feet (2,590 m)[3] and the southern peak has an elevation of 8,703 feet (2,653 m). The mountain is located in the Desolation Wilderness in El Dorado County, California. The summits overlook Lake Tahoe and affords very good views of the lake.

Maggies Peaks
Maggies Peaks as seen from the south
Highest point
PeakMaggies Peaks (South)
Elevation8,703 ft (2,653 m) NAVD 88[1]
Prominence579 ft (176 m)[1]
Coordinates38°55′54″N 120°06′50″W[2]
Geography
LocationEl Dorado County, California, U.S.
Parent rangeSierra Nevada
Topo mapUSGS Emerald Bay
Climbing
Easiest routeclass 1-2

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