Reno-Tahoe International Airport 1 hr 16
D. L. Bliss State Park (23 min) Campsite featuring coin-operated showers & lockers, conveniently located near a pristine lake. Eagle Falls (19 min) A short hike leads to this dramatic tired waterfall cascading down a pine-studded granite cliff. Pope Beach (11 min) This quaint beach with dunes & pine trees lends itself to swimming, boating, cycling & picnics. Van Sickle Bi-State Park (11 min) Natural area on the California-Nevada border with hiking & equestrian trails & historic buildings. Mount Tallac (17 min) 9,739-ft. mountain offering several winter & summertime hiking trails through scenic surrounds. Heavenly Mountain Resort (12 min) Skiing, lake, ski resort, snowboarding, and mountain Desolation Wilderness (19 min) Mountainous landscape stretching 12.5 mi., with peaks, forests, a lake & black bear population. Vikingsholm (25 min) This 38-room manse offers tours from Memorial Day through late September, plus a public beach area. Tahoe Keys (7 min) Marina and lake Fallen Leaf Lake (14 min) Deep national-forest glacial lake stretching nearly 3 miles, popular for boating, fishing & camping. Emerald Bay State Park (20 min) Landmarked in 1994 for its glacier-carved granite, this park features panoramic views of the lake. Heavenly Gondola (10 min) Panoramic views of Lake Tahoe on a 2.4-mile sightseeing lift to a viewing deck with a cafe & a shop. Montbleu Resort, Casino and Spa (12 min) Plush rooms & suites with lake or mountain views, plus a pool, a spa, restaurants & live music. Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (5 min) Forest, lake, wilderness, camping, and backpacking Tallac Historic Site (10 min) Site of 2 historic homes, open seasonally, with exhibits, tours & events & costumed interpreters. |