Kayaking in Lake Tahoe

September 4, 2008 by TrailsTV · 1 Comment 

Lake Tahoe has a tremendous amount of beauty just driving around. Imagine quietly paddling from Sand Harbor on the north east shore of Tahoe, to Thunderbird Lodge on the middle east shore. The best times to go are in the morning, the afternoon and evening, generally, has the winds kicking up to offe... read more

Vikingsholm Lake Tahoe

September 3, 2008 by TrailsTV · Leave a Comment 

At the head of Emerald Bay where Eagle Creek wanders into the bay you will find a flat area of land surrounded by waterfalls, cliffs, steep slopes and the emerald waters of the bay. Here, set among the magnificent pines and cedars you will find Vikingsholm. The vision of wealthy heiress, Lora J. Kni... read more

Top 10 Lake Tahoe Hikes

September 3, 2008 by TrailsTV · 1 Comment 

There is no better way to experience the natural beauty Lake Tahoe has to offer than on foot. From easy to strenuous, Lake Tahoe boasts some of the best hikes in North America. You can be rewarded with beautiful scenery, occasional glimpses of wildlife, and trails suited to every taste and ability.... read more

Eagle Falls and Eagle Lake

September 3, 2008 by TrailsTV · Leave a Comment 

Upper Eagle Falls are nice. Lower Eagle Falls from the road is beautiful. Lower Eagle falls from below are magnificent. Then throw a touch of Emerald Bay and Lake Tahoe and you’ve got one of the world’s most beautiful days. The lower falls are a moderately easy, stunningly beautiful hike... read more

Snowboarding-Skiing at Diamond Peak

August 29, 2008 by TrailsTV · Leave a Comment 

I actually like Diamond Peak. Located on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, it’s easy to get to, inexpensive and has no lines, well almost no lines. The fact that it’s not that busy makes it great fun for everyone, more skiing/boarding… Here’s what they say, “At Diamond Pea... read more

Big Meadows Lake Tahoe Rim Trail

August 20, 2008 by TrailsTV · Leave a Comment 

This section is moderately strenuous. Most of the trail is gentle up and down terrain or almost level through meadows or open fields. While there are several sustained climbs, they are not too steep and most will find this section of the TRT not exceptionally difficult. The most difficult portion of... read more

Mr Toad’s Wild Ride Lake Tahoe

August 20, 2008 by TrailsTV · Leave a Comment 

Mr Toad’s Wild Ride is one of the premier technical trails in the Lake Tahoe area. There are plenty of challenging technical sections with drops and rock gardens. The technical sections are joined by fast buffed singletrack with bermed corners and the occasional jump. Get the Flash Player to... read more

Tahoe Meadows Loop Hike and Bike

August 16, 2008 by TrailsTV · Leave a Comment 

It’s a hundred degrees in Reno and the mountains look appealing, actually so does that lake on the other side. Along SR 431 that winds around Mount Rose on it’s way to Incline Village, just past the Mount Rose peak is a small turn off to the left. It’s well marked, just look for the large rest... read more

Mt Tallac Hike

August 16, 2008 by TrailsTV · Leave a Comment 

Incredible views persist along the entire route to the summit of this peak, which dominates the South West shore of Lake Tahoe. The summit affords without question the best panorama in the Tahoe Sierra. Keep in mind, this trail can be crowded and dusty in mid-summer, and can get very hot above timb... read more

Cruising Lake Tahoe on the Tahoe Queen

July 17, 2008 by TrailsTV · 1 Comment 

The Tahoe Queen is a great way to view the picturesque Emerald Bay. It is a leisurely “cruise” starting, and ending, at the base of Ski Run. The two and a half hour cruise gives you a chance to view this wonder of nature while having a snack and/or cocktail of your choice… Get th... read more

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