Monday, October 13, 2014

Guide to South Lake Tahoe (CA/NV)

Lauren's "Insider's Guide" to South Lake Tahoe, CA/NV

Tahoe is an incredible destination! It's the mecca of outdoor adventures, activities, and sights. There's an endless amount of things to do in these small little mountain towns. In the winter, Tahoe is the ultimate location for tourists. In the summer, its the same. A very touristy, exciting place, yet very calm, private, and relaxing at the same time. There's something for everyone in Tahoe, whether you want to relax, explore, scare yourself, or disappear and backpack for an unknown amount of time. No matter what you're looking for, Tahoe has it! I've come up with some suggestions for those of you who are interested in taking a visit! The best restaurants in town, the best places to visit, the most exciting activities...It's all here in my Guide to South Lake Tahoe! Enjoy...and visit this beautiful place!

Sunrise in Emerald Bay, West Shore

Transportation

Airlines to Reno, NV: Ranges from ~$200 - ~$400
Alaska
United
Delta
US Airways

Alternate Transportation to Reno, NV: Ranges from ~$100 - ~$200
Greyhound
Amtrak

Transportation from Reno to South Lake Tahoe:
South Tahoe Express - $29.75 One Way, $53.00 Round Trip
Rental Car


Getting Around Town:
Rental Car
BlueGO - Local Bus System
Yellow Cab
Walk
Bike

Rental Cars

Reno:
Thrifty Car Rental
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Budget Rent-A-Car

South Lake Tahoe:
Avis Car Rental
Hertz
Budget Lake Tahoe Resort Car Rentals
Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Lodging in SLT

Base Camp Hotel
Montbleu Casino
Marriott Grand Residence Club Tahoe
The Landing Resort & Spa

SLT Restaurants

Base Camp Pizza Co.  - Must try Thai Chicken Curry Pizza and the Gouda Mac N Cheese


Sushi Pier - All you can eat sushi is a MUST!
Sno-Flake Drive In - Must try the Fried Zucchini and Tahoe Burger!
Riva Grill - Give the Big Ass Pork Chop a go!

Yellow Submarine Sandwiches - A Local Gem. Taste the classic Yellow Sub.
Driftwood Cafe - Best breakfast in town, try anything and you'll be happy!

Must Do in SLT

Tahoe Queen Cruise


Climb at 90 Foot Wall

Bike the South Lake Tahoe Bike Path

Have a Night Out at the Casinos

Blue Streak Zipline

Live at Lakeview - Every Thursday evening in the summer!

Kayak/Paddle in Lake Tahoe

Hike Mt. Tallac for Sunrise



Must Do One Day Side Trips

Echo Lakes - Bouldering & Climbing at Flagpole Peak. SUP, Kayaking, & Boating on the lake. Hiking the PCT


Vikingsholm - Historic Scandinavian Castle in Emerald Bay and the private Teahouse on Fannette Island

Vikingsholm Castle

Teahouse on Fannette Island

Tahoe Rim Trail - 165 mile trail that goes around the Tahoe Basin. Many different day hikes to choose from!


Suggested Itinerary

Day 1: Be a Tourist
1. Breakfast at Driftwood Cafe
2. Explore and Shop Heavenly Village
3. Ride the Gondola to the Observation Deck
4. Blue Streak Zipline
5. Dinner at Base Camp Pizza Co. 

Day 2: On the Water
1. Paddle/Kayak Lake Tahoe
2. Tahoe Queen Cruise - See Vikingsholm and the Teahouse on Fannette Island! 
3. Live at Lakeview - There always a bunch of slacklines set up there! 
4. All You Can Eat Sushi at Sushi Pier

Day 3: Test Your Limits
1. Hike Mt. Tallac for Sunrise or Tahoe Rim Trail
2. Breakfast at Red Hut Cafe
3. Bike the South Lake Tahoe Bike Path
4. Sunset Climb at 90 Foot Wall
5. Dinner at Riva Grill

Day 4: Keep It Mellow
1. SUP Yoga
2. BBQ and Beach Chillin
3. Night Out at the Casinos

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