Biking
BRING IT! Hop on two wheels—pedal your way through scenic vistas and take a slow ride along South Tahoe’s legendary trails. The famed loop around the lake—America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride—winds through 72 miles of breathtaking scenery that’s perfect for a leisurely tour with friends and family. Didn’t bring your own ride? There are plenty of bike shops staffed by experts who can fit you out
paths and beaches, the mountain bike for downhill trails and more rugged terrain, the tandem bike that’s ideal for couples, and the bicycle with a kid-carrier for little ones not ready for their own two wheels. And for experts? Pit yourself against the world’s top cyclists, who come here to train for the Amgen Tour of California. Tackle the downhill track of Saxon Creek Trail or watch your life flash before your eyes on the Death Ride, a grueling 129-mile gauntlet that includes five mountain passes with spectacular vistas. And if your Tahoe adventure has made you ready to move from a Huffy to a Harley, you’re in good company: Motorcycle buffs are often spotted on South Tahoe’s open roads.
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