Schmap Lake Tahoe Neighborhood Guide

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Lake Tahoe - Neighborhood Guide
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Take a trip to Tahoe and get a preview of heaven. The pine-shrouded alpine lake truly earns the title of "Jewel of the Sierras". Crystal water shines brightly through winter and summer, inviting visitors to relax and enjoy the beauty. Come join us on a tour around the lake following the 72-miles of shoreline. We shall start at the north end and travel on the west and California side of the lake. Then, into Nevada and the eastern side.

California-cool

Approaching on Highway 267 off Interstate 80, you will catch your first view of the magnificent lake at Brockway Summit, then proceed to Kings Beach on the North Shore. From here, one can travel completely around the lake in either direction. For our tour we shall take Highway 28 west on the California side and travel to the junction of Highways 28 and 89. You will pass beautiful Carnelian Bay and perhaps stop at Gar Woods Grill and Pier, a great dining spot and home of gorgeous wooden boats of the past. Going north on 89 will take you to Granlibakken Resort and Conference Center, the premier spot to combine business with great alpine and cross-country skiing and a multitude of summer activities. Alpine Meadows is another popular ski area in this neck of the woods. Continue north to the marvelous recreational areas of the beautiful Squaw Valley Resort. Host of the 1960 Winter Olympics, the place remains the most popular area for both summer and winter sports. South on 89 takes us by many small communities and campground areas. One lovely little town to visit is Tahoe City with many recreational and dining choices. You can play a few rounds at Tahoe City Golf Course, shop at Boatworks Mall, or float down the Truckee River at Fanny Bridge Rafting. Still going in a southerly direction from here you will pass Homewood Mountain Resort, another popular ski area, and Sugar Pine Point State Recreation Area. You might stop here to see the historic Ehrman Mansion. Still on Highway 89, we pass D. L. Bliss State Park and continue until we reach the exquisite Emerald Bay State Park at the south end of the lake. In the opinion of many, this is one of the most beautiful areas of Lake Tahoe. Continuing along the shoreline, you will join Highway 50 and go to the Nevada side of Tahoe. Before entering Nevada, you'll pass Hornblower's Cruises where one can tour the lake on the Tahoe Queen. Heavenly Ski Resort is also in this area on the California side of the lake. You will take Highway 50 to continue your trip along the shore into Nevada.

Nonstop Nevada

When one crosses into Nevada, the beauty remains constant. Pines rim the highway and the water is the same deep blue. Gaming is allowed and rather noticeable once you enter the state. The large hotels are mainly concentrated at the Stateline areas on the north and south ends of the lake. At this point, you'll find Harrah's, Caesars, and Harvey's resorts. Next, Zephyr Cove Resort boasts many amenities including water sports, lodging, eateries and the M.S. Dixie II Paddlewheeler. Enjoy cruising the lake and seeing all points of interest from this vessel, including Emerald Bay and Vikingsholm Castle. Approximately half way up the East Shore at Spooner Junction, Highway 50 departs the area and proceeds to Carson City, our state capital. At Spooner, take Highway 28 along the shoreline to the casino area at Incline Village. On the way you will pass Secret Harbor, a clothing-optional beach for sun-lovers. Next stop is Sand Harbor, the beautiful home of the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival. Then we come to the Ponderosa Ranch, a great place for the entire family to spend the day and see where the television series, Bonanza, was filmed. At this point, we are almost where we started our trip around Tahoe. One will find some major casinos located at Crystal Bay and Incline Village. The Cal-Neva is a nostalgic favorite along the lake. Frank Sinatra and his "Rat Pack" hung out here, as well as Marylin Monroe and John F. Kennedy. The Sinatra and Monroe chalets are still on the shore. The Hyatt Regency is exquisite and has all the amenities of a small city. Another popular favorite is the Tahoe Biltmore, the friendliest place at the lake. Diamond Peak Ski Resort is near Incline Village for great snow activities. From the casino area, one can take the Mt. Rose Highway for a scenic trip to Reno. Staying on Highway 28 will take you to Stateline and then join Highway 267 leading back to Interstate 80. However, you may never want to leave once you've been to paradise!

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East Shore

Lake Tahoe
United States

A highway runs along the pristine east edge of the lake, overhung by huge boulders, through areas managed by the U.S. Forestry Service. On the lakeside there are many secluded beaches. In the middle of the East Shore, the highway passes the exclusive town of Glenbrook.

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Incline Village & Crystal Bay

Lake Tahoe
United States
Incline Village, set above Crystal Bay, is the closest resort to Reno, and one of the most well-developed. On the mountains above there is plentiful skiing, and on the lakeside there are all types of outdoor activities. The town itself has plenty of places in which to stay and a variety of restaurants to choose from.

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North Shore

Lake Tahoe
United States
The North Shore is the best place to see the volcanoes which dammed the lake. In addition, a multitude of outdoor activities are available, including fishing, hiking, and boating. Many campsites spot the area for those who don't want to take advantage of the hotels in King's Beach or Incline Village.

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South Lake Tahoe

Lake Tahoe
United States
Just across the state line from Stateline, Nevada, South Lake Tahoe is a slightly more relaxed town. It's an ideal base for access to everything Lake Tahoe has to offer. Many resorts are located in or around the town, and it's a convenient distance from the casinos of Stateline and the state parks on the South and West Shores.

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South Shore

Lake Tahoe
United States
The South Shore is west of Stateline/South Lake Tahoe but couldn't be more different. Instead of spending time in casinos, people enjoy the beach, the sun, and the mountains. Taylor Creek Visitors' Center is nearby, as well as access to the smaller, more secluded lakes south of Lake Tahoe.

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Stateline

Lake Tahoe
United States
Separated from South Lake Tahoe only by a line on the map, Stateline enjoys the advantage of being in Nevada, and therefore has enough casinos to satisfy people from both sides of the line. It's just a few minutes from the outdoor activities of the south and east shores, so it's a good compromise that allows access to all of Lake Tahoe's attractions.

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West Shore

Lake Tahoe
United States
A naturalist's paradise, the West Shore is home to three state parks: D.L. Bliss State Park, Sugar Pine Point State Park, and Emerald Bay State Park. Since it's on the California side of the state line, there's no gambling. Instead, people come here for hiking, fishing, boating, backpacking, and camping, as well as to enjoy the spectacular scenery.

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