This is a pretty good hike for everyone. I think it was rated moderate. It's just a short drive…read morefrom State Line and there's signs as you get closer. Parking is ample and was $14 for 3-4 hours. The views are great once you get to the top.

Wow! That is all I can say. It was a fabulous bike ride and the views are incredible. A few words…read moreof caution. First, don't be fooled by the claim this is an easy trail. It's easy if you bike every week and spend some of that time climbing. The climb is difficult but totally worth the effort. We rented bikes at the flume store and made the mistake of not getting electric assist. Regardless, they were super helpful and totally worth the price of entry. Would I do it again? Yes, I'm fact I am thinking of getting an e-assist bike. Take a camera, water, and plan on a great time! Also, they provide a ride to the trail head which is convenient. The trail ends behind the shop and you are at your car. This makes finding parking an easy option!

Cave Rock is one of those hikes that gives you an amazing payoff without having to hike for miles…read more It's short but the views at the top are absolutely worth it. The last little section is a bit of a rock scramble, but you can skip it if you're not comfortable and still get incredible views of Lake Tahoe. Go early if you can because parking is limited. If you're looking for a quick hike with some of the best scenery around the lake, this is definitely one to add to your list. It can get crowded at the top. If you get lucky and it is not crowded, take snacks up there, sit up there for a bit and enjoy.

To launch the boat for fishing, my party of 4 uses Cave Rock because it's located in Nevada which…read moremeans less fees than launching in CA. As a non-Nevada resident, the cost to launch and park is $25 a day. If you're a NV resident, it's $20. To avoid the crowds and to ensure we have parking, my party arrives before the 6am opening time. Surprisingly, we are hardly ever the first ones in line. When it's our turn, the guy removes the seal (it's a wire that indicates that the boat has been inspected) and records a few notes. Usually, I pay for the $25 in cash, but you can use the kiosk which takes credit card, but it's not user friendly. With two launch lines, the place is initially busy, but calms down 9am -10am. After pulling out of the water, the guy re-seals the boat. There are bathrooms available as well as PFDs if you forgot yours.

We hiked the Marlette Lake Trail from Spooner Lake to Marlette Lake as a backpacking trip for my…read morefriend's bachelorette party! We added some extra distance at the end by hiking to the Marlette Peak Campground to stay for the night. From the parking lot to the campground was about 7 miles each way. The trail itself was well-maintained, moderate difficulty, and had everything you'd want in a good hike! Solid trail conditions. Beautiful mountain and lake views. Some sections of wildflowers. A good amount of sun but also some shaded parts. Gradual incline that never felt super steep, so the elevation gain felt manageable. We saw people hiking as well as mountain biking on this trail. There are several sections of aspen trees along this hike, so it's a great one to come back and do in the fall once the leaves turn yellow. The trailhead area has great facilities, the bathrooms were clean and there is ample parking. The park rangers I spoke to were friendly and helpful. There is a $10/car entry into this area but it's totally worth it, especially when you see how well they take care of it. I loved this hike and will continue to come back to Spooner for hikes in the future!

There are a few ways to reach Marlette Lake, all of them totally worth it, especially this time of…read moreyear. This trail takes you around Spooner Lake and up to Marlette. It's a 9 mile out and back with fairly gradual elevation gain, up through the trees, until you reach the lake. A great little workout. Marlette sits along the Flume Trail, so you're likely to see a lot of mountain bikers. Fun fact: The Flume Trail got its name because Marlette and the tributaries that feed it were part of a log flume system to carry logs used to build our region all the way down from as far as Virginia City! Marlette has a short fishing season, but people say it's grand if you make the trip. Of course you need to hike in to have that experience. This is definitely a trail worth checking out in our area!

This spot on Tahoe has ahhhmazing breathtaking views, dog friendly beach access for everyone and is…read moretruly a hike to a hidden gem that you won't soon forget!! Skunk Harbor not only combines all of these wonderful attributes but also throws in a bit of history for you to check out too! Parking is FREE but limited, located at a turnoff along HWY 28 about a few miles north of the Spooner/HWY 50 junction - look for an old green pipe gate which is also the entrance to the trailhead (do NOT park in front of gate, you WILL be fined). After you park, grab your gear (keep in mind there are NO facilities - take out what you take in). Travel along the old dirt road on the other side of the green gate through the Tahoe forest. When you reach the fork in the road you have 2 choices: left fork leads to Prey Meadows which is blanketed with many varieties of wildflowers in the spring anddd right fork leads you to Skunk Harbor. Throughout your hike down to Skunk Harbor take in the breathtaking picture worthy views all around. Upon your arrival to the beach be sure to find the historical remants of an old railroad ramp used to supply timber to Virginia City after the Comstock Lode plus an abandoned stone house along the waters edge with historical markers from the 1920s that belonged to the wealthy family of George Newhall built as a summer house here for vacations and parties. Everything was brought in by boat, during the Roaring Twenties ~ WOW!! This is a MUST DO!! Hike is roughly 3 miles round trip, I always enjoy an adventure / hike with a reward at the end, Skunk Harbor not only has this throughout but pays off at the end. Be prepared for a bit of workout on the way back out as it is uphill and can be exposed depending on time and season/weather. So bring plenty of H20 and take your time but this hidden gem is worth it!!

My favorite spot to hang out and enjoy Lake Tahoe's pristine waters. If you get there early enough…read moreand don't do in the dead of summer, you'll have a good shot of having it all to yourself. My last 3 trips have resulted in me being the only one down there for a solid couple hours. The trail and beach are dog friendly, so bring your companion along with you. It's a short hike in and out but beware, your going up and up on the way out. Nothing impossibly difficult, but it can wind you. Other than that, go out and enjoy it. Leave no trace, respect the historic building down there, and don't feed the wildlife. Oh, by the way, parking can be a pain. There's only room for maybe 6-7 cars if they cozy up with one another. So like I said above, getting here early is key.

Another place that I never knew existed. Fantastic view beautiful rock formations. You can scramble…read moredown to the lake below, but it's kind of vigorous coming back up and pretty slippery going down so if you're not wearing tennis at least or ideally hiking boots, I wouldn't recommend it. But if you are, it's a lovely little hike down and there's a bit of a road that goes along the lake.

If you're circling Lake Tahoe and craving a moment of serenity with jaw-dropping views, Logan…read moreShoals Vista Point is a must-stop. Tucked just off Highway 50 near Zephyr Cove, this scenic overlook offers a short paved path to panoramic vistas that feel like a postcard come to life. Also BONUS there is a bathroom! We visited mid-morning and found the lighting perfect for photos crisp reflections on the lake, snow-dusted peaks in the distance, and a peaceful hush that made it feel like our own private lookout. The boulder outcroppings are fun to explore, and there are a few informal trails that lead down toward the water if you're feeling adventurous (though they're a bit steep, so best for sure-footed hikers). Parking is limited to a small turnout on the southbound side, so plan accordingly. Restrooms are available in summer, which is a thoughtful touch for families. We packed a light picnic and found a quiet spot to sit and soak it all in--no crowds, no noise, just nature at its finest. Whether you're chasing the perfect photo, a quiet moment, or a scenic pause in your Tahoe loop, Logan Shoals delivers. It's one of those places that feels like a secret until you see the view and realize it's too good not to share.

One of my go-to beaches in my youth. My friends and I would always go in a large group during the…read moreweek. Carpool and hike in what we'd need for the day. Nostalgia set in visiting so many years later. I felt there was less beach this last time around. I really wouldn't recommend packing heavy with coolers and heavy umbrellas. My Tommy Bahama cooler chair and portable umbrella saves me every Summer. It's a rocky little hike and I wouldn't recommend taking younger children. It was a great day date and we are looking forward to visiting again next Summer as this season closes. Tip: Get there earlier to find parking and claim a spot on the beach. Please help keep Tahoe blue and pick up after yourselves!!! We packed other visitors trash in with us. It's a shame!

What used to be one of the best beaches in Tahoe has become one of the worst. Went today on a…read moreThursday, and there was trash everywhere!!! Makes me sad. Humans have ruined this beauty. Seriously how hard is it to "pack it in, pack it out." Don't come here if you're going to leave trash everywhere. Also parking used to be free now it's $12. They also added another parking lot, which is so bad because this is a very small beach it can not ahold all those parking spots. Still can not believe all the trash left on this beach. Shame on those people.

It's a long hike, but not too strenuous... the views are stunning, and the paths are wide and…read moreclean.. we saw some interesting areas that were just old metal cans and broken bottles... there is a lot of history in this area, at the beach area there is an abandoned house,also can see there used to be a pier.. it's a nice swim area and not a lot of people on the trail.... Would recommend this hike..

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