Vikingsholm - Mystical Castle
Posted on July 23, 2008 - Filed Under Activities, Sightseeing | 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. Knight, Vikingsholm is […]
American Century Celebrity Golf Championship
Posted on July 13, 2008 - Filed Under Activities, Sports | Leave a Comment
The 19th annual American Century Championship will be held at scenic Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course in beautiful Lake Tahoe from July 8-13, 2008.
This made-for-TV event owned and broadcast by NBC Sports is the premier celebrity golf tournament. The event features a record purse of $600,000. The tournament is a 54-hole modified Stableford format that features […]
Marlette Lake Hike
Posted on July 7, 2008 - Filed Under Activities | Leave a Comment
Scenic Marlette Lake is the highest lake in the Sierra Nevada Mountans.
The trail to Marlette Lake starts near Spooner Lake Picnic Area, at the junction of Highway 28 and 50, Nevada (green metal gate on east side of 28). It’s about 5 miles each way to the lake but it’s mostly mild terrain (one full […]
Dinner in the Barn Summer Series
Posted on July 3, 2008 - Filed Under Activities, Restaurants | Leave a Comment
Moody’s Bistro & Lounge Executive Chef and Co-owner Mark Estee and Chef de Cuisine Guy Frenette have partnered with Sierra Valley Farms to offer a Dinner in the Barn summer series that will showcase both Estee and Frenette’s culinary skills.
Taking place Saturday, May 31, Sunday, July 13 and Sunday, Sept. 21, diners will gather for […]
Emerald Bay to Vikingsholm Hike
Posted on July 2, 2008 - Filed Under Activities | Leave a Comment
The trail from Emerald Bay to Vikingsholm starts at the parking area on the north side of Emerald Bay, on Highway 89.
It’s a wide, well-maintained trail, but fairly steep, about 2½ miles round trip. At the bottom of the trail is a picnic area, as well as world-famous Vikingsholm, a replica of a Scandinavian castle.
Directions: Along […]
Lake Tahoe Concours d’Elegance
Posted on June 30, 2008 - Filed Under Activities, Sightseeing | Leave a Comment
The 36th Annual Lake Tahoe Concours d’Elegance is set to begin at noon on Thursday, Aug. 7. The early opening gives spectators the opportunity to preview the show’s spectacularly preserved vintage craft in an exclusive sneak preview.
Perhaps the most well-received activity of the V.I.P. Preview Day is the opportunity for ticket holders to ride on some of […]
Hike to Lower Lola Montez Lake
Posted on June 23, 2008 - Filed Under Activities | Leave a Comment
A hike to beautiful Lower Lola Montez Lake near Lake Tahoe is a rewarding experience.
From I-80 west of Truckee, take the Soda Springs exit. Make two quick rights, passing the fire station, to the trailhead and parking area. Follow the trail north until you come to a road that will take you across Castle Creek […]
Tour de Nez - Now Six Days Long
Posted on June 14, 2008 - Filed Under Activities | Leave a Comment
There’s exciting building for the upcoming bike race in Lake Tahoe. Feel the burn and soak up Lake Tahoe’s eye candy during the 16th annual Northstar-at-Tahoe Tour de Nez, which begins June 17 and concludes June 22.
Organizers say the cycling festival has reinvented itself this year. The most conspicuous changes include expanding from two days […]
Warren Lake Trail
Posted on June 11, 2008 - Filed Under Activities | Leave a Comment
The Warren Lake Trail at Lake Tahoe is a very difficult 7 mile hike, at an elevation of 7,200 feet. The hike to Warren Trail Lake can be challenging.
For the first mile this hike follows the Pacific Crest Trail Access Trail (15E18). Approximately one mile beyond the Pacific Crest/Summit Lake Trail intersection is the start […]
Glacier Meadow Loop Hiking Trail
Posted on June 10, 2008 - Filed Under Activities | Leave a Comment
Glacier Meadow Loop at Lake tahoe is a very short, self-guided nature trail that begins and ends at the Eastbound I-80 rest stop on Donner Summit.
This is a relaxing stroll with signs along the trail explaining how glacial action carved and polished the area.
This .5 mile easy loop trail is located in the Tahoe National Forest […]
