Kirkwood Ski Resort
Posted on May 30, 2008 - Filed Under Skiing & Snowboarding | 1 Comment
The Kirwood ski area is famous for challenging terrain wide open bowls and incredible powder days, but Kirkwood is more than just skiing and riding.
Some mountains live in the shadow of others with wider reputations and bigger numbers. Great destinations like Brighton in Utah, Grand Targhee in Wyoming and Kirkwood, near Lake Tahoe.
These resorts make […]
Bill’s Casino - Less Hectic
Posted on May 29, 2008 - Filed Under Casinos | Leave a Comment
Compared to the other major casinos at Lake Tahoe, Bill’s Casino is a lot less hectic, a lot more laid-back. Bill’s Casino is part of the Harrah’s group, and named after Bill Harrah himself.
Bill´s Casino is a party island — your best bet for fun, casual alternative gaming, dining, entertainment and more. Bill´s offers a […]
Tahoe Rim Trail - Big Meadow to Echo Summit or Echo Lake
Posted on May 28, 2008 - Filed Under Activities, Sightseeing | Leave a Comment
Sixteen miles of Tahoe Rim Trail connect the Big Meadow (7,200′ elevation) and Echo Summit (7,400′) trailheads.
Another 2 miles of trail link the Echo Summit and Echo Lakes (7420′) trailheads. From Big Meadow, the trail heads south 5 miles to Meiss Meadow, where it connects with the Pacific Crest Trail and swings west then north […]
Stony Ridge Uncommon Kitchen
Posted on May 27, 2008 - Filed Under Restaurants | Leave a Comment
The Stony Ridge Cafe was started in July, 1994. It initially opened as a coffee house just serving light breakfasts and pastries.
In September later that year, the coffee house was purchased by Doug and Dawn Baehr. At that time the business started incorporating a full breakfast menu.
In time the Stony Ridge Uncommon Kitchen became a favorite local […]
Hike to Loch Leven Lakes
Posted on May 26, 2008 - Filed Under Activities, Sightseeing | Leave a Comment
A hike to the Loch Leven Lakes near Lake Tahoe is a rewarding experience. Three beautiful glacial tarns make up the Loch Leven group. A well-graded trail climbs 3 miles to the first lake and then reaches two more in the next few miles.
The island-dotted lakes are beautiful and excellent for swimming. Trailhead: Big Bend […]
Northstar at Tahoe Resort
Posted on May 23, 2008 - Filed Under Skiing & Snowboarding | Leave a Comment
Northstar at Tahoe Resort is Lake Tahoe area’s most complete destination resort is perfect for families, thanks to its many sports activities — from golf and tennis to skiing and snowshoeing — and its concentration of restaurants, shops, recreation facilities, and accommodations (the Village Mall).
On snowy, windy days, Northstar can also be a great place for […]
Cabo Wabo Cantina - Sammy Hagar Style
Posted on May 21, 2008 - Filed Under Restaurants | Leave a Comment
No trip to Lake Tahoe would be complete without a stop at the Cabo Wabo Cantina.
Located at Harvey’s Casino, Sammy Hagar’s popular hot spot offers a variety of appetizers and delectable authentic entrees, such as fish tacos, chili relleno lobster burritos, chicken tamales and fajitas.
Complete your visit to the Red Rocker’s cantina by sampling one […]
Kalani’s Pacific Rim Fusion
Posted on May 20, 2008 - Filed Under Restaurants | Leave a Comment
Kalani’s cuisine tantalizes the senses using the freshest ingredients and unique flavors of the Pacific Rim.
The restaurant’s goal is to bring a sophisticated and superb dining experience to Lake Tahoe through creative dishes of the highest standard and exceptional service that will ensure a pleasurable and memorable meal.
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Kalani’s Pacific Rim Fusion cuisine blends the fresh ingredients […]
Lake Tahoe Shifing It’s Focus
Posted on May 19, 2008 - Filed Under Activities, Casinos | Leave a Comment
Over the years, gambling has transformed Lake Tahoe again and again.
There have been different factors, but this time, the changes hitting Lake Tahoe are being driven by fierce competition from the collective group of Northern California’s Indian casinos.
It’s no secret that the Tahoe casinos here are struggling. One of the bigger ones, the Horizon Casino Resort, […]
Tahoe Queen - Lady of the Lake
Posted on May 16, 2008 - Filed Under Activities, Sightseeing | Leave a Comment
What kid wouldn’t love to cruise Lake Tahoe on a triple-decker paddlewheel boat? For that matter what adult wouldn’t either? Being on the water at Lake Tahoe is a must — you can’t really appreciate how beautiful and clear the water is until you see it from this perspective.
The picturesque Tahoe Queen is a paddleboat moored […]
