| 9 miles from kirkwood mountain resort and 31. the 6 lodge rooms (bathrooms are across the hall from each room) come with coffeemakers and minifridges. . on the shores of caples lake, this rustic mountain retreat is 2. amenities include a free continental breakfast (lodge guests only), a wood-fired sauna and boat slips for guests, plus a seasonal shop and a marina with boat rentals. country-style rooms and cabins have free wi-fi and private bathrooms. the rustic cabins have full kitchens, and some feature patios with gas bbqs. 4 miles from lake tahoe. guests also have access to a microwave and toaster
Reno-Tahoe International Airport 1 hr 25
Echo Summit (33 min)
Highest point on U.S. Hwy 50 & site of a high-altitude track & field training center in the ’60s. Grover Hot Springs State Park (37 min)
Featuring a natural hot-springs pool, this park also offers trails, a campground & picnic spots. Kirkwood Mountain Resort (6 min)
Mountainside resort offering airy condos, dining & access to winter/spring skiing & hiking. Lake Aloha (1 hr)
Reservoir in the Desolation Wilderness area offering beaches, boating & other activities. Mokelumne Wilderness (39 min)
Lake, wilderness, backpacking, and camping Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort (41 min)
Tahoe's third-largest ski area with 2,000+ acres of slopes & 200+ acres of backcountry trails. Horsetail Falls (42 min)
Waterfall cascading about 500 feet in stages, amid Desolation Wilderness & near a hiking trail. Caples Lake (16 min)
Tranquil manmade lake popular for swimming & trout fishing, with rocky shores & a nearby campground. Angora Lakes (52 min)
Freshwater lakes hidden away in a mountain area with water sports, hiking, cliff jumping & more. Carson Pass (5 min)
Mountain pass with Gold Rush & Civil War ties, plus a snow park for sledding & cross-country skiing. Luther Pass (19 min) Kirkwood Lake (4 min) Round Top (10 min)
Lake and hiking Lover's Leap (46 min)
Climbing, lake, bouldering, camping, and cliff Pyramid Peak (42 min)
14,026-ft. steep peak offering 2 trails for seasoned hikers to a summit with expansive views. | 
