Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Skiing Around Lake
Tahoe
The peaks surrounding Lake
Tahoe, particularly those on the
California side, are famous for
their many ski resorts. These
include the world-class Alpine
Meadows and Squaw Valley,
where the Winter Olympics
were held in 1960. The area
is a sunny paradise for both
downhill and cross-country
skiers, with miles of runs
through pine forests and open
meadows, and down ridges
View over ski slopes near Lake Tahoe
with splendid views of the lake.
Skiing offers something for
everyone with powder areas
and challenging slopes for
advanced skiers as well as gentle
snow bowls for beginners.
McKinney Bay
Agate Bay
Crystal Bay
Sand
Harbor
Incline Beach
Glenbrook Bay
Chimney Beach
Tips for Travelers
Distance from San Francisco:
200 miles (320 km).
Duration of journey:
About
4 hours to reach Tahoe.
Getting there:
At Sacramento,
either take I-80 to the north
shore, or US 50 to the south
shore. Amtrak trains go to
Truckee, where you can rent
a car. Greyhound buses and
limited flights from the Bay
Area serve South Lake Tahoe.
When to go:
Peak seasons are
July and August, and December,
when ski resorts are open. Spring
and fall are less crowded, but
some facilities may be closed.
Where to stay and eat:
For ideas
and suggestions, contact the
visitor information centers.
Visitor information:
Lake Tahoe
Visitors Authority, South Lake
Tahoe.
Te l
(1) (800) 288-2463.
North Lake Tahoe Visitors Bureau.
Te l
(888) 434-1262.
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gotahoenorth.com
Nevada Shore during Summer
Lake Tahoe's wild, unspoiled Nevada shoreline is popular with cyclists
and hikers and has some fine sandy beaches.
