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Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City

Overview
Take in the stunning state parks of Emerald Bay, Eagle Lake, D.L. Bliss and Sugar Pine, scattered along Lake Tahoe’s West shore, on a driving tour.

On this tour, you’ll explore the early community of Al Tahoe, the Tallac Historic Site, and view three early Tahoe summer homes. The tour continues with optional hikes to Vikingsholm at Emerald Bay, Eagle Falls, and Eagle Rock. Enjoy the picturesque splendor of Lake Tahoe and its surrounding snow-capped mountains as you drive, along the way hearing stories about:

• Some of Tahoe’s colorful characters
• Early Native American history in the Tahoe Basin
• Lake Tahoe’s early history
• The trees of Tahoe’s pine forest
• Historic homes dating back to the late 1800s and early 1900s
• The history of gaming in Lake Tahoe

This driving tour can be completed in about two hours without any stops. Along the way, you’ll have the option of visiting a number of state parks. Parking fees are not included in the price of this tour.
City: Lake Tahoe
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What's Included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Additional Info
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
What To Expect
1
South Lake Tahoe
The tour takes place in South Lake Tahoe.
2
Tallac Historic Site
The tour passes by the Tallac Historic Site.
3
Inspiration Point Vista
The tour includes an optional stop at Inspiration Point Vista.
4
Vikingsholm
The tour passes by Vikingsholm.
5
Emerald Bay State Park
The tour passes by Emerald Bay State Park.
6
D.L. Bliss State Park
The tour passes by D.L. Bliss State Park.
7
Meeks Bay Beach
The tour passes by Meeks Bay Beach.
8
Sugar Pine State Park
The tour passes by Sugar Pine State Park.
9
Chambers Landing Bar and Restaurant
The tour passes by the Chambers Landing Bar and Restaurant.
10
Eagle Rock Hiking Trail
The tour passes by Eagle Rock Hiking Trail.
11
Gatekeeper's Museum
The tour passes by the Gatekeeper's Museum.
12
Tahoe City
The tour ends in Tahoe City.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (27)
Elaine_G
Jul 2024
Emerald Bay, Meeks Bay. Falken Leaf Lake, Tallac Historic site and all the wonderful lake views and snowy mountain views. Fabulous!
TrailBlazer239481
Jun 2024
We enjoyed the experience of the self guided tour around Lake Tahoe. Lots of different historical stories. I recommend the tour to anyone who likes to do things self guided.
Doug R
Sep 2023
An excellent, easy to use self-guided tour offering valuable information & interesting stories of Lake Tahoe and it’s intriguing communities

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