On Behalf of the Staff and Management of Crown Motel, we would like to welcome you to Kings Beach on the beautiful north shore of Lake Tahoe. Thank you for choosing us as your home away from home. We value your company and look forward to making your stay a memorable one. We know that you have many options for accommodations and are thankful that you chose to stay here.
This directory is provided to familiarize you with the services offered at Crown Motel as well as acquainting you with local businesses and the Lake Tahoe area in general.
If you have any questions or concerns, we are happy to assist. Dial 000 from your guest room to reach our Front Desk or feel free to come into the lobby and one of our friendly front desk staff will be happy to assist you.
We hope you have a wonderful stay and look forward to welcoming you again.
Sincerely,
The Staff and Management of Crown Motel
Lake Tahoe
Directly south of the cascades at the northern end of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and straddling the border between California and Nevada is a vision which Mark Twain described as “Surely the fairest picture the whole Earth affords.” What he saw were the crystal clear waters and kaleidoscopic colors of Lake Tahoe. Here is a place where the air is pure, crisp and clean and the sun shines 80% of the time. Welcome to Kings Beach.
Quick Facts
Lake Tahoe has a depth of approximately 1,645 feet.
The lake is 12 miles wide at its widest points.
Lake Tahoe is 22 miles long.
Approximately 63 streams of snow melt flow into the lake, the lake drains into the Truckee River.
Lake Tahoe is the second deepest lake in the United States. The deepest lake is Crater Lake, Oregon.
The Lake was formed about two million years ago as part of the Lake Tahoe Basin, with the modern extent being shaped during the ice ages.
Guest Information
Please Dial 8 prior to the number to dial out of property
Airlines - Reno Tahoe International Airport Alaska Airlines .............................................................................................. 1-866-516-1685 Allegiant Air .................................................................................................. 1-702-505-8888
Ex ............................................................................................................. 1-800-463-3339 UPS ................................................................................................................. 1-866-742-5877
Housekeeping
/ Check-Out
Out of Respect for guest privacy, Housekeeping is upon request. Please leave message with front office by 7:00 PM the night prior to service. We are always happy to complete a door side drop off of any desired amenities.
Checkout is at 11:00 AM, Please contact the front office for pricing and availability on late checkout. Please arrange your check out prior to 11:00 AM to avoid charges of additional day.
Credit Cards
We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover.
Ice and Vending Machines
We have one ice machine located outside the back of the office, as well as a self service ice machine in the 400’s parking lot. Please call the Front Desk (000) and we will prepare the ice for you to pick up. Front Desk hours are 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM October through May and 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM June through September.
Placer County Sheriff Non-Emergency ...................................................... 530-581-6305
Front Desk ................................................ Dial 000 from your room -or- 530-546-3388 AFTER HOURS ASSISTANCE....................................................................... 530-500-0370
*To dial out: Dial 8 + Number*
Guest Information
Laundry
There is a coin operated launderette located at 8762 N Lake Blvd, Kings Beach, CA 96143.
Mail and Messages
Any voicemails on the phone in your room will be indicated by a light on the phone. To access messages, dial 999 and follow the prompts. To delete messages, press 3.
Parking
Complimentary parking is available for registered guests based on room type. You will be issued your parking pass(es) upon check-in.
Please place this pass on your dash or rear-view mirror so that it is visible AT ALL TIMES while on property. Park at your own risk. Crown Motel cannot be held responsible for damage or theft to vehicles, or vehicle contents. Additional Parking passes may be purchased for $25.00 based on availability.
Pet Policy
We are a Dog friendly property and welcome your furry member of the family. Please inquire as to which rooms are pet friendly. We have a $45.00 per pet, per night (+) tax. You must inform us ahead of time if you intend to bring a pet. Dogs are required to be on a leash at all times, and must not be left unattended in your room.
Note: you are responsible for any damage caused by your pet during your stay.
Smoking
All rooms are NON-Smoking rooms which includes the use of medical and recreational marijuana and e-cigarettes. A $250 fee will be applied to any reservation for violating our no smoking policy. Additionally, our property is nonsmoking. We thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Guest Information
Swimming Pool and Hot Tubs
Swimming Pool & Outdoor Hot Tub - Our swimming pool is open seasonally. Depending on the weather, they are open for the summer season by Memorial Day Weekend and are closed no earlier than Labor Day Weekend. Pool Hours: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Hot Tub - Our outdoor hot tub is open year round, depending on the weather. Hot Tub Hours: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Please note: children must have adult supervision at all times while in our pool and hot tub areas. No glass is permitted in either the pool or hot tub areas. Guests acknowledge there is no lifeguard on duty and agree to obey all signs and placards. Swim at your own risk.
Wi-Fi
To access the complimentary Wi-Fi from your room.
NETWORK: Crown Resort
PASSWORD: Wifi4All
Safety and Security
Your safety and the security of your personal property are of the upmost concern to staff and management at Crown Resort. We urge you to take advantage of the following suggestions.
Admittance
Do not admit persons to your room without first making identification. A peephole is provided in your door for your convenience. If there is any doubt about a person’s true identity, please dial 000 from your room phone to contact the Front Desk.
Double Locks
For additional security, utilize the deadbolt lock provided on your door upon entering. This will prevent the door from being opened by a regular room key.
Keys
For your additional safety, please do not give your room key to others or leave the key in the door. Please return your room keys to the Front Desk upon departure. The magnetic strip on your room key is likely to demagnetize when placed near cell phones or other magnetic devices, if this occurs you will be required to go to the Front Desk and have your keys reprogrammed.
In Case of Fire
Please familiarize yourself with the emergency evacuation procedures located near the entrance door to your room. In the unlikely event of a fire please stay safe by following these safety measures:
• If you hear an alarm, act don’t investigate!
• Move quickly but calmly to the nearest fire exit.
• If a door is hot do not open it.
Houses of Worship
BAPTIST
First Baptist of Truckee 11605 Deerfield ....................................................... 530-583-1534
CATHOLIC
St. Theresa Catholic Church 1041 Lyons Avenue ................. 530-544-3533
Our Lady of Tahoe 1 Elks Point Rd., Zephyr Cove ....................................................... 775-588-2080
CHRISTIAN
Squaw Valley Chapel 440 Squaw Peak Rd. ................ 530-581-4011
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE
Christian Science Society Donner Pass Road, Truckee 530-587-6352
EPISCOPAL
St. Patrick’s 341 Village Blvd. ....................... 775-831-1418
FOURSQUARE GOSPEL
Foursquare Church of Incline Village 918 Northwood Blvd., Incline Village ....................................................... 775-831-5030
JEHOVAH WITNESS
Jehovah Witness 3005 N. Lake Blvd., Tahoe City ....................................................... 530-581-0122
JEWISH
North Tahoe Hebrew Congregation 7000 Latone, Kings Beach ....................................................... 530-546-0895
LATTER-DAY SAINTS
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Hwy. 267 at Kingswood Way, Kings Beach ................................ 530-546-3065
LUTHERAN
Christ the King 3125 North Lake Blvd. ............ 530-583-1222
Truckee Lutheran Church at Truckee Seventh Day Adventist Church, Hwy. 267 .................................... 530-582-4243
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
Calvary Chapel of Truckee Services at Truckee Tahoe High School Auditorium, Truckee ................ 530-587-1711
Church of Christ
Truckee North Tahoe Church of Christ, Hwy 267 530-587-4551 or 587-5403
North Tahoe Community Church Village Corner of Tahoe Boulevard and Country Club Dr. ....................... 775-831-6626
Sierra Bible Church 11460 Brockway Road , Truckee ....................................................... 530-587-6025
Tahoe Christian Center 2566 Lake Forest Rd., Tahoe City .............................. 530-583-4656 or 583-0318
Tahoe Faith Fellowship Fairway Dr., Tahoe City ....................................................... 530-583-1534
Tahoe Family Worship Center 296 Deer St., Kings Beach 530-546-0705
Vineyard Christian Fellowship Rideout Elementary School ....................................................... 904-336-2875
Corpus Christi 905 W. Lake Blvd., Tahoe City ....................................................... 530-583-4409
Our Lady of the Lake Steelhead and Deer, Kings Beach ....................................................... 530-587-3595
Queen of the Snows Squaw Valley ............................. 530-583-4409
St. Francis of Assisi Mount Rose Hwy. at Kelly Drive, Incline Village ............................. 775-831-0490
SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST
Truckee Seventh Day Adventist Church 11662 Brockway Rd., Truckee ....................................................... 530-587-5067
UNITED METHODIST
Church of the Mountains Corner of Church and School Streets, Truckee ....................................... 530-587-4407
Kings Beach United Methodist 8425 Dolly Varden at Bear Street, Kings Beach ................................ 530-546-2290
Lake Tahoe History
In 1844, explorers John Fremont and Kit Carson discovered Lake Tahoe. In the summer, Lake Tahoe Basin was a gathering place for three bands of peaceful Washoe Indians. The lake held spiritual meaning for the tribe and many sacred ceremonies were held along the southern shores.
Lake Tahoe had many names before Tahoe became official in 1945. The Washoe called it “Daowaga,” meaning “edge of the lake.” It was called “Bonpland” after a french botanist and also “Mountain Lake” and “Bigler Lake” after California’s third governor.
The California Gold Rush lured immigrants and fortune seekers to the rugged Sierras. Prospective miners used Donner and Beckworth Passes to the north and Carson Pass to the south to circumnavigate the treacherous Tahoe Basin.
In 1859, Highway 50, then called the “Bonanza Road,” was the first Westto-East road across the mountains. The road was built to handle travelers eager to cash in on Virginia City’s Comstock Lode.
As traffic over the “Bonanza Road” increased, small businesses such as way stations, stables and toll houses began to spring up to collect fares for traveling the privately owned sections of the road. These stations were the basis for most development in the area, from Friday’s Station at Stateline, which served as a Pony Express stopover, to Yank’s Resort in Meyer’s, which was built in 1851.
The Comstock Lode increased the flow of traffic and people to Lake Tahoe
Basin, which in turn inflated the use of natural resources in the Tahoe Basin. Between 1869 and 1890, Tahoe’s forests were nearly stripped of trees due to fuel needed to support the labyrinth of mines being constructed beneath Virginia City. Lumber was pulled to the Lake’s shores by steam train and horse, dragged to Glenbrook by steamers, pulled to the top of Spooner Summit and sent by flume to Carson City. From there, the logs were loaded onto trains and wagons bound for the mines. The decline of the Comstock Lode may have been the saving of the Tahoe forests. By the turn of the century, Lake Tahoe had become the haven for the rich because of the natural beauty of the area. This period marked the heyday of steamship transportation around the lake. Visitors would attend lavish parties on board while cruising across the waters. Many steamers also delivered mail and supplies to the resorts around the lake’s rim.
During the ‘20s and ‘30s, the roads through the mountains were paved. Lake Tahoe was no longer available only to the rich. Travel improvements also marked the decline of the steamship era. Use of the automobile enabled people from every level of society to enjoy the magnificent “Lake in the Sky.” Smaller, middle class lodges began to develop as the affluent retreated to elaborate family hideaways.
Harvey and Llewellyn Gross opened Harvey’s Wagon Wheel Saloon and Gambling Hall in 1944. It was a rustic cabin built with $10.00 worth of nails and displayed a weathered wagon wheel
Lake Tahoe Facts
on the roof. At the same time, the Stateline area was far more crowded, but the Gross family faced competition from many other casinos in the area.
Development at Lake Tahoe began in earnest in the 1950s. Roads to the basin began to be plowed year-round, enabling permanent residence. The 1960 Winter Olympics at Squaw Valley put Lake Tahoe firmly on the map as the skiing center of the western United States.
Today, Lake Tahoe continues to offer visitors a bit of many historic eras. While hotels, casinos and ski resorts draw millions of guests each year, the main attraction continues to be the quiet beauty of the Sierras and timeless inspiration of the lake itself, little changed from the days of the Washoe Indians.
Surface Elevation –6,229 ft. above sea level
Length –22 miles; Width – 12 miles
Shoreline –71 miles (CA 42 mi.; NV 29 mi.;)
Capacity –
122,160,280 acre-ft. of water
Lake Tahoe is as long as the English Channel is wide. The Panama Canal, 700 feet wide and 50 feet deep, could be filled with Tahoe’s water even if it circled the globe at the equator – and there would still be enough water left to fill a canal of the same size running from San Francisco to New York.
If Lake Tahoe was tipped over, the water would cover California to a depth of fourteen and a half inches. (Texas would
only be covered to a depth of eight and a half inches.) Try it, you’ll see!
The Lake is fed by 63 streams and two hot springs. An average of 1,400,000 tons of water (or one-tenth of an inch) evaporates every day. That’s more than is released through the Truckee River, or enough to supply the daily water requirements of 3,500,000 people.
Surface Area –193 sq. mi. (122,200 acres)
Depth – Maximum 1,645 ft.; Average 989 ft.
Surface Temperatures –Max. 68 F°; Min. 41°F
Only Outlet –Truckee River at Tahoe City Ice may sometimes form along shoreline inlets, although Lake Tahoe has never been known to freeze over.
Contrary to popular belief, Lake Tahoe is not the deepest lake in the world, or even in the United States. It is the eighth deepest in the world and second deepest in the U.S., just behind Crater Lake, Oregon, at 1,932 feet, with a surface elevation of 6,176 feet.
Many drowning victims are never recovered from Lake Tahoe. The cold water at lower depths preserves the bodies and prevents the formation of gases that would otherwise float them to the surface. As an “interstate navigable waterway,” Lake Tahoe is protected by the U.S. Coast Guard (and is reputed to be the most desirable Coast Guard duty station in the world).
Points of Interest
BROCKWAY FIRE LOOKOUT –
Spectacular views of the lake, nature trail, and picnicking. From Brockway Springs, turn right on Highway 28, turn left on Reservoir Drive (just past Crystal Bay, and the Tahoe Biltmore); turn right on Lake View Avenue and go to the top of the hill. Take your first left, take Forest Service Road to the lookout (paved road).
DONNER MUSEUM – About three miles north of Interstate 80 on Highway 89 North is the Donner Historical Site, where a short walk on a marked trail takes you to the very tree (still standing) against which the Donner family pitched their tent and spent the winter. The Donner Memorial State Park, just off80 at the Donner Lake Exit displays interesting exhibits and artifacts as well as presents movies and slide shows relating to the Donner Party’s ordeal. The park also features a 7,500 foot long lakeside interpretive trail. Call for hours and admission (530) 582-7892.
EMERALD BAY – Stay on Highway 89 and you can’t miss the most picturesque spot in the world. The highway here is hundreds of feet above lake level, and offers a spectacular view of Emerald Bay.
FANNY BRIDGE – It’s on Highway 89 in Tahoe City directly south of the Albertson’s supermarket. The Lake Tahoe outlet gates are used to control the flow of water into the Truckee River, and thereby raise or lower the water level of the entire lake. This is great for the kids because they can feed the rainbow trout.
GATEKEEPER’S MUSEUM – Looking at the Gatekeeper’s Cabin, located next to the Tahoe City dam, you can appreciate the simple life which the gatekeeper led in the early 1900s. Hired in 1909, his job was to keep detailed records of daily water levels and flow. His cabin remained a landmark until 1978, when
fire leveled the historic house to its foundation. The North Lake Tahoe Historical Society rebuilt the cabin to serve as a museum. Visitors can stroll through it examining such intriguing memorabilia as 19th century maps, Indian baskets, tools, jewelry, clothing, pictures and artifacts of logging and railroad days, 1960 Olympics souvenirs and a pictorial history of Tahoe and the North Shore. Please call for hours and information (530) 583-1762.
LAKE TAHOE SHAKESPEARE
FESTIVAL –Extraordinary entertainment! Exceptional setting! Located lakeside at Sand Harbor State Park, this season the Festival celebrates 40 years of presenting live, professional theater productions, concerts and performances seven nights a week (July 5-August 25). Complemented by an on-site gourmet kitchen that features a full bar, LTSF entertains in an unforgettable beach setting. www.laketahoeshakespeare.com or 800-74-SHOWS.
TAHOE CITY COMMONS BEACH
Situated right in the heart of Tahoe City, this beach provides a sandy shoreline, playground equipment, and weekly free music on the beach.
SAND HARBOR—Located 5 miles outside of Incline Village on Highway 28, this picturesque spot has a beautiful sandy beach, nature walks, and great views.
EAGLE ROCK—Located 4 miles south of Tahoe City on Highway 89, this ¼ mile hike brings you to the top of a volcanic rock, with panoramic views of Lake Tahoe.
VIKINGSHOLM—A beautiful estate situated on the shores of Emerald Bay, Vikingsholm was the vision of Mrs. Lora Josephine Knight, and is a beautiful example of Scandinavian architecture. Follow Highway 89 to Emerald Bay, and
Points of Interest
there is a parking area and signage for Vikingsholm. It is a one mile hike down to the estate and the mouth of Emerald Bay. In the summer, rent a kayak or paddleboard and make your way to Fannette Island, the only island in Lake Tahoe
MEEK’S BAY—Follow Highway 89 20 miles past Tahoe City, and you will see signs for Meek’s Bay. Enjoy the long sandy beaches, sunshine, and stunning views. Perfect for a relaxing afternoon.
DL BLISS STATE PARK—Located 15 miles south of Tahoe City on Highway 89, this state park features gorgeous beaches, stunning vistas, and a variety of hiking trails with no shortage of views and secluded coves.
TAHOE DONNER – Tahoe Donner has many amenities open to the public. Two restaurants: Pizza on the Hill, and The Lodge Restaurant & Pub. Summer activities: Bikeworks for bike rentals and guided rides; Equestrian Center for trail rides and day camps; Alder Creek Campground, which has both tent and RV sites; and The Tahoe Donner Golf Course. For winter activities, visit their downhill and cross-country ski areas. Call (530) 587-9400.
SQUAW VALLEY – Ride the cable car to High Camp that overlooks the valley. Bike riding, hiking, picnicking, swimming, and ice skating in the winter are available. The original Olympic Flame and five-ring Olympic insignia still mark the right side of the entrance to Squaw Valley, off Highway 89, about five miles north of Tahoe City.
SUGAR PINE POINT STATE PARK – On Highway 89, nine miles south of Tahoe City. In addition to picnicking, hiking, and camping, Sugar Pine Point has the colossal Ehrman Mansion, formerly the vacation residence of a wealthy San Francisco family. There is a nature trail which describes the history of Tahoe and
its habitants. State Park fee: $10 per car; bikers or hiker, $3 per person.
THUNDERBIRD LODGE ESTATE –
A place you won’t forget, is one of the best examples of historic “Tahoe Society” estate and a six-acre historic district listed in the National Register of Historic Places, which is surrounded by more than 40,000 acres of Forest Service and Nevada State Parks land. Previously known as the Whittell Estate, it is located on the east shore of Lake Tahoe. This unique place is also available to host a simple business meeting or a complex conference. Available for tours that will take you through the lighthouse room, the old lodge, the maids quarters, the old kitchen, cook and butler’s house, the elephant house and an underground tunnel leading to infamous Card House and Boat House.
TRUCKEE
– Was once a booming town with rowdy saloons and a busy red light district. Frequently, the lullaby for visitors attempting to sleep was the tinkle of money on the faro tables and player pianos cranking out music in the saloons. Times have changed, though, and Truckee has mellowed somewhat, but it still attracts plenty of visitors. Located just east of beautiful Donner Lake, Truckee is a bustling, year round recreational paradise. During the winter, skiers and snow-minded sports enthusiasts flock to town; in summer, the quaint shops and restaurants make Truckee a perfect spot for a day of sightseeing and learning about the local history.
VIRGINIA CITY – It’s the nation’s largest Historic District. Old buildings, steam engine rides, mine tours, a huge cemetery, countless exhibits (many free) and several blocks of downtown with covered wooden sidewalks makes this a worthwhile trip for all. Take Mt. Rose Highway (Rte. 431) from Incline to the stoplight at Route 395. Cross 395 and
Points of Interest
go straight ahead up the Geiger Grade to Virginia City (takes a little over an hour from mid-North Shore). Be sure to take the mine tour and ride the V & T steam train.
WATSON CABIN – A living museum for anyone interested in what life at Tahoe was like at the turn of the century. It is on the lake side of North Lake Blvd. in Tahoe City. Guided tours are conducted by docents dressed in period costumes. Call for hours and information (530) 583-1762.
TAHOE AREA RAPID TRANSIT
Schedule varies by season. 800-736-6365 or 530-550-1212
TART = Accessible by public bus
BOWL INCLINE, 920 Southwood Blvd., Incline Village. 16 lanes, five pool tables, 30 video games. Smoke-free Sundays. 775-831-1900. TART
CRYSTAL BAY CLUB ARCADE, Crystal Bay. Video games, etc. 775-831-0512.
TART
FEED THE GIANT RAINBOW TROUT at Fanny Bridge (guess why it’s called that!), Hwys. 28 and 89, Tahoe City “Y.” Bring quarters to buy fish food from the vending machines supplied by the Girl Scouts (but don’t toss them crackers, bread, or other human food, please – it’s harmful to their health). Absolutely no fishing! TART
GRANLIBAKKEN SKI AND SNOWBOARD HILL 530-581-7533 (Winter)
HEADWALL CLIMBING WALL, Cable Car Building, Squaw Valley USA. 45-ft. climbing wall. Little kids and first timers welcome. 530-583-ROPE (7673). TART
HYATT REGENCY LAKE TAHOE RESORT CASINO, Incline Village. Video games, etc. 775-832-1234. TART
KIDZONE MUSEUM 11711 Donner Pass Rd., Truckee. The Museum features “Mountain Home Construction,” “Be a Smart Shopper,” and “La Cocina (The Kid-chen),” as well as arts and crafts projects, a music area, and computers. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays and Tuesdays are for group and special tours by reservation. Closed Sundays. 530587-KIDS (5437).
NORTH STAR AT TAHOE Winter ice skating Summer Roller Skating rink. Located in the Village at Northstar. 530-562-1010.
SQUAW VALLEY USA HIGH CAMP at the top of the Cable Car offers an Olympic ice pavilion, winter ice skating, summer roller skating, swimming lagoon and spa, bungee tower, adventure ropes course, and soccer and wrestling camps. 530-583-6985. TART
TAHOE BILTMORE LODGE/CASINO, Crystal Bay. Video games, etc. 775-8310660. TART
TAHOE TREE TOP ADVENTURE
PARK, Aerial Platforms, Walkway and Zipline. Reservations recommended. 530-581-7563
TRUCKEE SKATEBOARD PARK Free. Brockway Road. 530-582-7720.
WESTERN SKI SPORTS MUSEUM, Boreal exit, 1-80. Exhibits on antique ski equipment and the early days of skiing. Wed.-Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 530-426-3313.
Area Activities
North Lake Tahoe offers asphalt-paved bike routes, maintained by the Parks and Recreation Departments of our Public Utility Districts. These trails are open to a variety of recreational uses. Bicyclists, joggers, strollers, people going fishing, and even horses may be found along the way. Users are urged to be tolerant and respectful of everyone’s mutual right to use the facility. Motor vehicles are strictly prohibited.
TAHOE CITY AREA
Tahoe City offers 17 miles of paved multi-use recreational trail extended out in three sections:
1. TO DOLLAR POINT, two and onehalf miles, mostly level with a climb that lasts one-half mile up Dollar Hill; access to Tahoe State Park, Burton Creek State Park, Skylandia Park, Pomin Park, Lake Forest Beach, Lake Forest Boat Ramp and Campground; fishing, picnicking, playgrounds, athletic fields. Access to some features, including the Nordic Center and mountain bike trails is over residential streets. TART
2. ALONG THE TRUCKEE RIVER, the trail is three miles to Alpine Meadows Road and approximately one mile continues along the river to Squaw Valley Road. This trail is very scenic, completely separate from the highway, and is mostly flatter terrain with a few short, gentle grades, trout fishing, river rafting, and picnicking. TART
3. WEST SHORE TO SUGAR PINE
POINT STATE PARK, nine miles. Mostly separate from the highway, the trail does contain a few miles of highway shoulder and two miles of residential streets as well as several highway crossings. Terrain is varied with a few steep sections. Features include small communities, campgrounds, Kilner Park, tennis, picnicking, playgrounds, fishing, boating, beaches, scenic lake shoreline, and access to beautiful side trips up Ward and Blackwood canyons and Sugar Pine Point’s Ehrman Mansion. TART
TRUCKEE
There is a designated bike lane on Highway 89 from West River Street to the Squaw Valley entrance. TART
LEGACY TRAIL
Three-mile paved bicycling trail from Truckee Regional Park to Riverview Parks along the Truckee River.
SQUAW VALLEY
Squaw Valley has a two-mile long asphalt trail parallel to Squaw Valley Road on the south side along Squaw Valley Meadow. It runs from Squaw Valley Condos to Squaw Creek Road, and offers view of the meadow and surrounding peaks. TART
TAHOE VISTA
The North Tahoe PUD Parks and Recreation Department maintains a bike trail in Tahoe Vista from the end of the parking lot in North Tahoe Regional Park (up National Avenue through the woods to Pinedrop Street, then to Highway 267.) It is about one mile long from the park, three miles from the intersection of National Avenue and Highway 28.
INCLINE VILLAGE
Washoe County maintains two bike trails.
1. LAKESHORE DRIVE, two and onehalf miles from the Chevron gas station to Highway 28. TART
2. VILLAGE BOULEVARD, two miles from Sierra Nevada College to The Lake. TART
OFF-ROAD BICYCLING
There are some great off-road biking trails that offer scenic views, including Nordic ski trails at the Highlands Community Center in Tahoe City, North Tahoe Regional Park, Blackwood Canyon, and Sugar Pine Point State Park. Truckee rides include Prosser to Boca Reservoir, Prosser to Stampede Reservoir, Verdi Peak and Truckee to Tahoe City. Visit your local bike shop for trail maps and information. Don’t venture onto the dirt trails unprepared.
Area Activities
USE CARE
Use the trails at your own risk. Beware of sand, rocks, pine needles or cones, and other debris, and watch for maintenance workers and equipment.
TART = Accessible on Tahoe Area Regional Transit
Please help to increase everyone’s enjoyment of the trails by observing the Rules of the Road.
BIKE TRAIL RULES
1. Never ride faster than safety and common courtesy dictate.
2. Keep to the right.
3. Helmets are recommended for bicyclists.
4. Obey all signs.
5. Bicyclists must obey all traffic laws.
6. Do not obstruct the trail. Move off the trail when stopping.
7. Ride or walk in single file.
8. Use your voice or bell when passing. The phrase “on your left” should proceed passing a slower trail user, and alert them to stay on their right.
9. Yield the right-of-way to pedestrians.
10. Where the trail is on the road shoulder, bicyclists should ride on the right in the bike lane. (Yes, even In Tahoe City.) Pedestrians should walk on the left, facing traffic.
11. Trails are for multiple use. Be courteous to your fellow trail users.
12. No littering.
13. Wear bright colors.
14. Use a headlight and reflectors at night.
Area Activities
SKI AREAS
Alpine .................................................................................................... Information .................... Snow Conditions
Northstar Cross Country ............................................................. 530-562-1010 ........................ 530-562-1330
Royal Gorge..................................................................................... 530-426-3871 ........................ 530-426-3871
Tahoe Cross Country Area .......................................................... 530-583-5475
Squaw Creek Sports ...................................................................... 530-583-6300 ........................ 530-583-6300
Tahoe Donner Cross Country 530-587-9484 530-587-9400
SLED HILLS
Caution: some of these hills are private property. The fact that a private property hill is listed does not indicate that sledding is permitted and/ or safe there, it indicates only that people have been observed using the property for sledding on a regular basis.
Granlibakken Resort – On Granlibakken Rd., 1 1/2 miles south of Tahoe City. Sled hill $17 per day. Cozy “OId Tahoe” ski hut.
Tahoe City – On Highway 89 about one-eighth mile south of the Truckee River. East side of highway. Gentle slope. Bring own equipment.
Truckee – Donner Pass Road near Interstate 80. Central Truckee Exit underpass, north side of freeway. Fairly steep. Bring own equipment.
Truckee – About 4 to 5 miles out of town toward Glenshire. Turn right off Commercial Row, half way up hill to 1-80, turn right on Glenshire Drive. On the left side of the road, as it curves to the left, there is a barren slope just before the Truckee River bridge. (Subject to early melt – very sunny.) Bring own equipment.
Emigrant Gap – Laing Rd. off 1-80, 10 miles west of Soda Springs, south side of freeway. Medium steepness. Bring own equipment.
Boreal Ski Area – 10 miles west of Truckee on Interstate 80. Snowplay area at west end of parking lot. Open weekends only.
Spooner Summit – About 9 miles south of Incline Village where Hwy. 28 meets Hwy. 50, west side of Hwy. 28. Pretty steep. Bring own equipment.
Mt. Rose – Meadows and Summit- Sled hills in the meadows, about 8 miles up Mt. Rose Hwy. 431. Also further up, on Mt. Rose Summit, snow level and traffic permitting. Bring own equipment.
Tahoe Donner – Snow Play Area – Right below town center on the driving range. TD property owners free with lD. Free to Tahoe Donner members who have paid their recreation fee. $3 for children under 12 and $5 for 13 and up. 12 and under must be accompanied by adult. Equipment provided.
Tahoe Vista – North Tahoe Regional Park snow play area at the end of National Avenue off Hwy. 28.
Lake Tahoe Map
JAKES
Soak in spectacular views of the lake while enjoying Hawaiian and Californianinspired dishes that feature fresh seafood, quality meats, and local seasonal produce.
